Line Cook

Riko's Pizza; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated culinary team at Riko's Pizza as a Line Cook, where you'll showcase your passion for food service in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining food safety standards, and contributing to an exceptional dining experience. The role requires strong culinary skills, effective collaboration in the kitchen, and a willingness to adapt to changing menu demands.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food service or culinary roles, preferably in fine dining.
• Strong knowledge of menu planning and innovative dish creation.
• Familiar with food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff for timely service and dish presentation.

Skills

Food service experience

Menu planning

Knife skills

Cooking techniques proficiency

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service and a strong background in culinary arts. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring that all food safety standards are met while contributing to an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Duties:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Assist in menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations and equipment.
• Ensure proper food safety practices are followed, including safe handling, storage, and sanitation of food products.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service and presentation of dishes.
• Participate in catering events as needed, providing excellent service and quality food preparation.
• Utilize various kitchen tools and equipment, including knives, grills, ovens, and fryers effectively and safely.

Skills:

• Proven experience in food service or culinary roles, preferably in fine dining establishments.
• Strong knowledge of menu planning and the ability to create innovative dishes.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various cooking techniques.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices in the kitchen environment.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to help colleagues when needed.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing menus and customer demands while maintaining high-quality standards.

Join our team as a Line Cook where your culinary skills will shine, contributing to memorable dining experiences!