Line Cook

The Mexicano | Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mexicano | Chandler is seeking a Line Cook to prepare food under the direction of the Executive Chef. Responsibilities include setting up stations, cooking menu items, and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Ideal candidates will have proven cooking experience, a good understanding of cooking methods, and a high school diploma or equivalent. A competitive salary is offered for this role in Chandler, Arizona.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including as a line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service, including chopping vegetables and butchering meat.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with kitchen staff.
• Comply with nutrition, sanitation regulations, and safety standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Understanding of various cooking methods

Accuracy in executing tasks

Familiarity with best practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school training

Job description

Job Overview

The line cook will prepare food to the exact specifications of the Executive Chef. Line cook duties will consist of assisting the Executive and Sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary school will be an asset

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Compensation: Competitive salary