Lead Line Cook for Banquets & High-End Proteins

Mountain Creek; Vernon Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Creek in Vernon, NJ is seeking a Line Cook-Level 2 to join our culinary team. This on-site role reports to the Executive Chef and offers an hourly wage of $18.50.

You will work across kitchen stations, handle banquet events, maintain food quality and sanitation, and have opportunities to advance to Sous Chef. The role requires 3–5 years of cook experience and ServSafe is recommended. This is a fast-paced environment with high standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant cook experience.
• ServSafe recommended.
• Must be 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Has the ability to work all kitchen stations in our restaurants, and thorough knowledge of banquet event execution.
• Must take responsibility for keeping the walk-ins and all food storage clean and organized.
• Shows good judgment in minor decision making, such as food quality control.
• Must be able to prepare and properly cook high end proteins such as Duck, Lobster, Lamb, and Scallops.
• Must be able to break down and portion large proteins to necessary weight and size.
• Must be able to properly make stocks (chicken, veal, fish, lobster) and sauces (Demi glace, bearnaise, beurre blanc).
• Properly cooking large quantities of dinner proteins, sides, and sauces.
• Ability to execute banquet, plated dinner service and high-volume action stations.

Job description

Mountain Creek in Vernon, NJ is seeking a Line Cook-Level 2 to join our culinary team. This on-site role reports to the Executive Chef and offers an hourly wage of $18.50.

You will work across kitchen stations, handle banquet events, maintain food quality and sanitation, and have opportunities to advance to Sous Chef. The role requires 3–5 years of cook experience and ServSafe is recommended. This is a fast-paced environment with high standards.