Line cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Glenolden (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Glenolden, Delaware County seeks a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to the menu. Candidates should have proven cooking experience, the ability to follow instructions, and knowledge of various cooking methods. Responsibilities include setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, cooking food, and ensuring quality presentation. A high school diploma is required, and culinary school graduates are preferred. This role enhances the restaurant's reputation and helps expand clientele.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook with culinary skills.
• Familiar with various cooking methods and procedures.
• Ability to maintain hygiene and follow sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with required ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients, including chopping and peeling vegetables.
• Cook food using different utensils or grills.
• Check cooking progress and adjust as necessary.
• Present dishes attractively before serving.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Store food and items correctly to maintain quality.
• Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed.

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware

Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods

Ability to follow all sanitation procedures

Ability to work in a team

Very good communication skills

Excellent physical condition and stamina

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

Diploma from a culinary school

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to menu. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery. 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 important. The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Skills

• Proven experience as cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage