Lead Line Cook

Uptown Blanco Arts and Entertainment; Blanco (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Uptown Blanco Restaurant seeks a dedicated line cook to ensure exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities include cooking, food preparation, and maintaining cleanliness according to health regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in food service is preferred, and a willingness to obtain a Food Handler Certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of kitchen safety and food storage requirements.
• Experience in food preparation work preferred.
• Possess or willing to obtain a valid Food Handler Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes.
• Maintain clean and sanitized workstations in accordance with health guidelines.
• Interact with customers and vendors as necessary.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Strong work ethic

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate

Job description

Uptown Blanco Restaurant is looking for someone with a passion for food and strong time management abilities who can provide clients with an exceptional dining experience. Our restaurant is busy, and we need a competent and experienced line cook who can ensure that our meals are made precisely to guest orders while still following our standard recipes consistently. To work a variety of stations on any given shift, our line cook must be adept at poaching, braising, roasting, grilling, sautéing, and frying. You need to be a team player who can effectively communicate with other kitchen staff to keep things running efficiently. If you have a positive attitude and are looking for a new opportunity in food service, please apply! Responsibilities: • Interact with visitors, vendors, and associates while maintaining a professional and positive attitude • Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items • Recognize and adhere to quality requirements for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products, as well as correct storage and waste management • Clean and sanitize all workstations, including counters, utensils, cooking equipment, and the refrigerator, in accordance with health and safety regulations • Establish a system of food stations and stock them with all of the necessary ingredients for the shift • Portion and preparation of food items, including fish, beef, chicken, pork, etc., as prescribed by company specifications and recipes • Preparation of sauces and/or garnishes as required by company specifications related to the specific menu item • Performs related work as assigned and as circumstances require • Be able to interact with vendors and customers when needed • Keep all workstations, counters, equipment, and other kitchen areas clean and sanitary according to health and safety guidelines • Guarantee that food quality is adhered to, properly stored food and items, while meeting waste control requirements • Follow established recipes and prepare foods to presentation standards Qualifications: • Candidates need a strong understanding of compliance with kitchen safety and food storage requirements • We prefer some experience working in the food service industry • Candidates must be hardworking, detail-oriented, and have a strong work ethic • Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers • Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate Required Skills/Abilities: • Possesses a strong work ethic • Ability to produce an excellent culinary and restaurant experience for patrons • Excellent time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure Education and Experience: • Experience in food preparation work is preferred • Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is preferred • Must meet the minimum age requirement as prescribed by law • Possess or willing to obtain a valid Food Handler Certificate Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods of standing and preparing, and cooking food • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times • Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold Compensation: $16 - $20 hourly

• Portion and preparation of food items, including fish, beef, chicken, pork, etc., as prescribed by company specifications and recipes • Preparation of sauces and/or garnishes as required by company specifications related to the specific menu item • Performs related work as assigned and as circumstances require • Be able to interact with vendors and customers when needed • Keep all workstations, counters, equipment, and other kitchen areas clean and sanitary according to health and safety guidelines • Guarantee that food quality is adhered to, properly stored food and items, while meeting waste control requirements • Follow established recipes and prepare foods to presentation standards