Line Cook

Grazianos Group; Florida; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Grazianos Group in Florida is seeking a kitchen crew member to help set up stations, prepare a variety of foods including meats, seafood, vegetables, and cold items, and maintain a clean, sanitary work area.

You will follow safety guidelines, notify the Chef of shortages, work quickly and as part of a team to deliver high-quality meals, and support the Kitchen Manager with all assigned duties, including late hours.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety.
• Prior related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect supplies to prepare menu for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold items.
• Arrange sauces and garnishes for allocated station.
• Store all prep items properly and date/label as needed.
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages.
• Serve menu items according to established standards.
• Use food prep tools safely and per manufacturer instructions.
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow closing checklists for stations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area at all times.
• Keep the work area fresh throughout the shift.
• Store products properly and tidy all storage areas.
• Practice safe and hygienic food handling at all times.
• Return dirty utensils to appropriate areas.
• Assist with duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Verbal communication

Sanitation knowledge

Food handling techniques

Fast pace

Teamwork

Under pressure

Personal hygiene

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Kitchen basics training

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepare a variety of foods, meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
• Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
• Keep the work area fresh all through the shift
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
• Assist with all duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Education and Experience:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.
• Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.