Line Cook

Miner Enterprises, LLC; Enosburg Falls (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Enosburgh Diner is seeking a Line Cook for its grand opening. The role requires preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and hygiene. Ideal candidates will have solid cooking experience and the ability to work effectively in a team. Join a fun and dynamic workplace focused on quality and sustainability!

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience preferred, particularly in short order cooking.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily food preparation and maintaining kitchen organization.
• Follows recipes and ensures timely preparation while adhering to safety standards.
• Cleans and maintains workstations and kitchen equipment.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Resolution

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

Enosburgh Diner presents a fun and nostalgic setting for Guests to enjoy good food and great service. We are open sevendays a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner offering a combination of classic diner menu items and healthy and ethnic creations. Our missions is to provide a satisfying dining experience in a fun environment while creating sustainable jobs and using locally grown ingredients. We are hiring for our grand opening, all positions are available.

Job Description

The Line Cook is responsible for the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner. Candidatemust be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively. Candidatemust be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

Job Duties:

• A Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry and/or stations or other areas of the kitchen.
• Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the company.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
• Clean as you go (CAYG) followed
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, coolers, and all storage areas.
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Lead Cook
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Ensure quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including sweeping of the floors, cleaning of surfaces, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to standards and procedures.
• Work at efficient and consistent pace.
• Ensure timely preparation of all meals.
• Ensure that the correct quantities are prepared to meet daily needs.
• Stay productive at all times and prepare for future needs as time allows.
• Demonstrate flexibility and volunteer to fill open shifts as required by variations in staffing.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention.
• Adhere to all regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety.
• Serve food in the proper portion size and at the proper temperature.
• Report any infraction in the food services department policies and procedures.
• Arrive to work at the scheduled time.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Open and close the station as per the specs
• Must lead by example
• Able to learn and coach staff.
• Responsible to executedaily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedule

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 years of cooking experience preferred.
• Short order cooking experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.
• Must have legal permission to work in USA.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Highly effective teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Work Conditions:

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing.
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat and water.
• Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Will be constantly exposed to high temperatures in the kitchen environment.
• Manual dexterity required to use knives and kitchen appliances.
• Extended hours as required.

Additional Information

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