Line Cook

Berkshire East Ski Resort; Charlemont (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire East Ski Resort in Massachusetts is seeking a kitchen team member to prepare and cook short order foods under standard recipes. The role offers competitive pay and mountain benefits.

You will work with food service staff, uphold sanitation and portion controls, and help plan production for busy meal periods while keeping all areas clean. Shift hours may include late afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays; applicants must be 18 or older and ready to work outdoors in a mountain

Qualifications

• Skilled in providing outstanding customer service.
• Able to prioritize duties and manage time effectively.
• Prior training or experience in food service industry required.
• Experience with deep fryer, grill, meat slicer, smoker, stove & oven.
• Serv-Safe and Food Allergens certifications preferred.
• High energy and stamina required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook short order foods following recipes.
• Promote a positive interaction with outside dining guests.
• Ensure adherence to food portioning standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storage areas.
• Plan production to coordinate with busy meal serving hours.
• Comply with sanitation standards and health regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Food service experience

Fast-paced environment

Safety procedures

Education

Serv-Safe certification

Food allergens knowledge

Tools

Deep fryer

Grill

Meat slicer

Smoker

Stove & oven

Job description

Job Summary

Prepare and cook short order foods.

Competitive pay and great mountain benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote a positive interaction and experience with outside dining guests.
• Working with Food Service Staff to prepare food following standard company recipes and menus.
• Adhere to food portioning standards established by company.
• Ensure availability of supplies and foods and maintain order lists.
• Allow adequate time for food preparation.
• Adhere to proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Store food properly and safely by marking with dates and item name.
• Report any necessary equipment repair or maintenance needed to manager.
• Plan food production to coordinate with busy meal serving hours.
• Maintain food preserving the quality, temperature, and appealing appearance.
• Keep kitchen, food storage areas and coolers neat and clean at all times.
• Clean and maintain equipment and utensils used in food preparation
• Complete food temperature checks before service.
• Check and maintain correct temperatures of coolers and freezers.
• Comply with sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Skilled in providing outstanding customer service.
• Able to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively.
• Prior training or experience in food service industry required.
• Experience with deep fryer, grill, meat slicer, smoker, stove & oven.
• Serv-Safe and Food Allergens certifications preferred.
• High energy and stamina required.

Core Competencies

• Friendly Service: Treat people courteously and respond in a helpful manner.
• Teamwork: Interact with team members effectively put company goals first.
• Work Standards: Maintain high standards in the quality & consistency of work.

Physical Demands

• This is a physically demanding position.
• Will be working outside at outdoor grill.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds,
• Must be able to stand, bend, climb, lift, kneel, reach & push repetitively.
• Must be tolerant of using strong and pungent cleaning products.
• Must be able to tolerate temperature fluctuations in kitchen area.

Requirements

• Shift Requirements: Hours may be late afternoon and evenings, including weekends & holidays.
• Age Requirements: Applicants must be at least age 18.