Line Cook

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to prep mise en place, cook meat, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot foods, as well as salads and desserts. You will portion and plate items, garnish plates, and ensure quality and consistency across all dishes.

Responsibilities include maintaining station cleanliness, stocking ingredients, and assisting with closing duties. A minimum of 2 years in kitchen prep/cooking and clear English communication is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen prep and cooking experience.
• At least 6 months in a similar role.
• Clear communication with manager, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables and other food items for cooking using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other equipment.
• Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served and portion control.
• Maintain clean and sanitary workstation and proper storage of products.
• Stock and rotate inventory at line stations and assist in closing the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen experience

English communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Summary of Position:

Accurately and efficiently Prep Mise en Place, cook meat, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as salads and dessert. Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, oven, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sauteing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all product properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity or role.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with manager, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.