Line Cook

Sugar N Spice; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Sugar N Spice in Blue Ash, Ohio is seeking a Line Cook to join their kitchen team. The position involves preparing and cooking dishes to meet restaurant standards while ensuring food quality, safety, and presentation. Candidates should be proficient in following recipes and instructions, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and physically capable of handling kitchen demands. This role offers a flexible schedule and bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to specified recipes.
• Available for flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Monitor food temperatures to ensure proper cooking and storage.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Kitchen competence

Effective communication

Ability to multitask

Safe use of kitchen tools

Tools

Kitchen knives

Food thermometers

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks

Position Overview

The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast-paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels for menu items, alerting management and front-of-house staff to low stock situations.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.