Line Chef

WizeHire, Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

A busy restaurant in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking a detail-oriented line cook who excels in time management and has a passion for providing exceptional dining experiences. The role involves cooking and presenting dishes to established standards and ensuring cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Compensation ranges from $14 to $17 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must meet safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage.
• Strong work ethic and high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook food orders following established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure professional interactions with visitors, vendors, and colleagues.
• Establish and stock food stations with necessary ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations and cooking equipment.
• Adhere to storage and waste control standards.

Skills

Time management

Cooking techniques (poaching, braising, grilling, etc.)

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate

Job description

Our busy restaurant is looking for a detail-oriented individual with exceptional time management abilities who is passionate about providing our clients with an exceptional dining experience. As our next line cook, you will be responsible for ensuring that every dish is cooked and presented following appropriate recipes, presentation standards, and with accuracy for the guest order. We need an experienced cook who is comfortable with a variety of cooking techniques such as poaching, braising, roasting, charbroiling, sautéing, grilling, frying, and baking. Our ideal applicant is a team player who can successfully communicate with other kitchen staff to keep our restaurant running efficiently. If you have a friendly and energetic attitude with a passion for food, please apply today! Responsibilities: • Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items • Ensure that all interactions with visitors, vendors and colleagues are conducted in a professional and friendly manner • Establish a system of food stations and stock them with all of the necessary ingredients for the shift • Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules • Adhere to established storage and waste control standards for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products to ensure quality food is served

Responsibilities

• Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items
• Ensure that all interactions with visitors, vendors and colleagues are conducted in a professional and friendly manner
• Establish a system of food stations and stock them with all of the necessary ingredients for the shift
• Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules
• Adhere to established storage and waste control standards for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products to ensure quality food is served

Qualifications

• Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
• Possesses a strong work ethic and have high attention to detail
• Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers
• Previous experience working in food service is preferred

Compensation: 14 - 17 hourly