Line Cook

Hotel Lucine; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy restaurant in Galveston is seeking a detail-oriented line cook to ensure every dish is cooked to perfection. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, managing food prep, and collaborating with kitchen staff to provide an exceptional dining experience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, excellent communication skills, and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant or food-oriented business.
• Interest in modern cuisine and food trends.

Responsibilities

• Cook all food to the standard of the kitchen.
• Maintain a clean kitchen/station according to health standards.
• Assist with the prep and execution of event menus.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Team Player

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Job description

Our busy restaurant is looking for a detail-oriented individual with exceptional time management abilities who is passionate about providing clients with an exceptional dining experience. As our next line cook, you will be responsible for ensuring that every dish is cooked and presented following appropriate recipes, presentation standards, and with accuracy for the guest order.

We need an experienced cook who is comfortable with a variety of cooking techniques such as poaching, braising, roasting, charbroiling, sautéing, grilling, frying, and baking. Our ideal applicant is a team player who can successfully communicate with other kitchen staff to keep our restaurant running efficiently while maintaining a clean, organized, and positive work environment. If you have a friendly and energetic attitude with a passion for food, please apply today!

Responsibilities

1. Cook all food to the standard of the kitchen
2. Complete daily line prep tasks according to the line prep schedule
3. Complete weekly prep tasks with Exec Chef and/or sous chef oversight
4. Fully stock the station before and after service
5. Maintain the station during service
6. Identify low stock before it becomes a problem
7. Work in an efficient manner
8. Assist with the prep and execution of event and/or special occasion menus

Cleanliness/Organization

• Maintain a clean kitchen/station according to all COG Health standards
• Open and close the station to stated specifications
• Complete Daily and Weekly Cleaning duties according to station guides
• Organize Prep lists for the next day's prep tasks
• Participate in special/additional cleaning tasks
• Rotate product on a FIFO basis to maintain freshness

Qualifications

• General interest in modern cuisine and food trends
• Possess a valid food handler's certificate
• Must agree to a background check
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Proven working experience in a restaurant or other food-oriented business
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to keep a station organized, stocked, and clean

Compensation: $16 hourly