Line Cook

Barber National Institute; California, San Diego (MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious meals while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Your culinary skills will be put to the test as you work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant's quality standards. If you thrive in a collaborative team setting and have a passion for cooking, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a vibrant kitchen where your contributions will be valued and celebrated!

Qualifications

• Experience in a full-service restaurant as a line cook or prep cook is essential.
• Understanding of food handling and sanitation regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to recipes and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Ensure food quality and freshness by managing stock efficiently.
• Communicate openly with management regarding kitchen operations.

Skills

Sanitation and safety regulations

Food handling techniques

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Following instructions

Personal hygiene maintenance

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older

6 months’ experience as a line cook or prep cook

Job description

Mission Valley, 7510 Hazard Center, Mission Valley, California, United States of America Req #85

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Position Summary:

The Line Cook prepares all food items ordered and ensures the safety and cleanliness of the kitchen. The Line Cook is responsible for all aspects of their assigned cooking station, including set up, stocking, preparing ingredients, preparing simple dishes, and presenting dishes according to Wood Ranch’s recipes and specification.

Line Cook Responsibilities:

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen, including equipment, utensils, and tools.
• Prepare food according to Wood Ranch recipes and health department standards.
• Ensuring all food items are labelled, properly stored, and easily accessible.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
• Season and cook food according to Wood Ranch recipes and standards.
• Perform culinary duties, including slicing, chopping, frying, broiling, and grilling.
• Communicate openly with management regarding any work-related concerns.
• Ensures and promote kitchen safety, hygiene codes, and cleanliness.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience as a line cook or prep cook in a full-service restaurant.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond positively to feedback.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to stand and move around for extended periods of time.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. at times.
• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
• Physically able to continuously bend, reach, and twist.

Compensation ranges from minimum wage to $22 per hour.