Line Cook

Chartwell Hospitality; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Hospitality is seeking a passionate line cook to join their kitchen team. This role involves preparing high-quality dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs. Ideal candidates will have proven cooking experience and an understanding of various cooking techniques, working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment.
• 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 the kitchen staff.

Skills

Cooking experience

Understanding of cooking methods

Speed in executing tasks

Job description

Job brief

• A line cook is a vital member of the kitchen team responsible for the preparation and execution of food items on their designated station. This role requires a passion for food, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The line cook will work under the direction of the Sous Chef and Executive Chef to ensure that all dishes are prepared to the restaurant's standards of quality and presentation.
• An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.
• The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock 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
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices

Source: Chartwell Hospitality