Line Cook

The Gulf; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gulf is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our seaside kitchen in Fort Walton Beach, FL. You will be responsible for safe preparation, cooking, and storage of menu items according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.

The role requires adherence to sanitation standards, proper station setup, and ongoing collaboration with kitchen staff. You will maintain inventory, monitor temperatures, and assist with opening/closing duties, while delivering high-quality dishes in a

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchen environments is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and plating guidelines precisely.
• Strong sanitation and food safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to designated recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain station setup, stock supplies, and ensure proper dating and labeling of ingredients.
• Monitor temperatures and food quality; report inventory needs to management.
• Keep work area clean, organized and compliant with sanitation standards.
• Assist with opening, running and closing duties as assigned.
• Uphold company policies and contribute to a collaborative kitchen team.

Job description

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Line Cook

Fort Walton Beach, FL, US

The Gulf is the seaside hideaway you dreamed you’d find for a gathering of friends, family or loved ones. A truly enchanting seaside setting with a chic and casual ambience that makes everyone comfortable and welcome. The elegant rustic cuisine has made the Gulf a destination experience with seasonal menus featuring the freshest local ingredients. The bar seems to anticipate the mood and mixture of the moment and with genuine thoughtfulness the staff sets just the appropriate tone. The design features shipping containers, reclaimed, recycled and salvaged building materials that contrast attractively and good-naturedly with the sand, surf and palms.

Summary: Responsible for the safe preparation, cooking, and storage of food items in accordance with designated recipes, instructions and presentation guidelines.

• Responsible for food presentation, quality, sanitation and waste prevention through best practices. Makes suggestions to improve department processes
• Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding the company and product offerings
• Ensures all materials and supplies are available and sets up station according to established guidelines. Stocks station as needed
• Ensures all food items are prepared, seasoned, cooked and presented according to established recipes and plating guidelines
• Ensures all food items presented for use and/or sell meet acceptable quality standards
• Prepares food in quantities as indicated by management for expected business levels
• Ensures all products are properly received, stored and maintained in their respective areas by correctly dating, labeling and rotating
• Monitors product and ingredient levels. Notifies management of low inventory
• Monitors coolers and freezers for proper temperature. Reports deficiencies to management in a timely manner
• Maintains a clean work station and assists in overall kitchen cleanliness, including cleaning all station equipment and utensils during and at the end of each shift. Removes trash and other discarded items from workstation
• Restocks, cleans and breaks down work station as designated
• Adheres to sanitation standards for cleaning products utilized within the kitchen (i.e. sanitizer stations/buckets)
• Completes all opening, running and closing duties as assigned
• Other duties in connection with organizational effectiveness as assigned by above supervisory staff

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates core values of the company
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures as established in the Employee Manual & by the department’s management
• Participates in continuing education and training to further knowledge base and career potential
• Cooperates with co-workers and management in an effort to continuously maintain organizational effectiveness
• Attends meetings and training sessions as designated
• Complies with uniform standards (i.e. Crew Shirt, nametag and neat appearance)
• Maintains regular availability, attendance and punctuality in accordance with weekly schedule & employment status
• Other duties in connection with organizational effectiveness as assigned by above supervisory staff