Line Cook

Toogie; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Toogie's Table is hiring a Line Cook to assist in daily kitchen operations, prepare dishes to the head chef's standards, and ensure sanitation and safety guidelines are followed. You will plate meals, maintain stock at cooking stations, and participate in pre-shift briefings to align on service details.

The role requires prior food service experience, attention to detail, and strong teamwork to support a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares soups, salads, and sauces as instructed by the head chef.
• Plates and garnish meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the head chef.
• Cooks menu items in accordance with instruction provided by the head chef.
• Attends pre-shift meeting to review/communicate information regarding service, VIP's, Specials.
• Ensures that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Ensures that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Judgment

Attention to detail

Emotional intelligence

Creative problem-solving

Initiative

Communication

Organizational skills

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Toogie's Table is hiring for a Line Cook.

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food and plating dishes according to the chef's specifications. This position also assists with maintaining safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares soups, salads, and sauces as instructed by the head chef.
• Plates and garnish meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the head chef.
• Cooks menu items in accordance with instruction provided by the head chef.
• Attends pre-shift meeting to review/communicate information regarding service, VIP's, Specials.
• Ensures that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Ensures that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion while maintaining a high level of professionalism and strict confidentiality.
• High level of accuracy/attention to detail.
• High degree of emotional intelligence; ability to build and maintain trust with leaders and team members.
• Creative problem-solving skills that optimize available resources.
• Ability to take initiative to overcome issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Able to carry out complex written and oral instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.