Line Cook

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading Mediterranean grill is seeking a Line Cook to join their kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for food preparation, adhering to safety and sanitation standards, and working collaboratively to deliver high-quality dishes. Candidates should be efficient, reliable, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a diverse menu.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety, and hygiene.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and surroundings.
• Work as a team to achieve food preparation standards.

Skills

Ingredients knowledge

Kitchen safety

Recipe understanding

Ability to perform under pressure

Teamwork

Tools

General kitchen equipment

Job description

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for a strict adherence to recipe standards. The Line Cook is committed to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards during the shift and prepares food with proper safety equipment, tools and recipe specs with further direction from Management. The Line Cook is also responsible for knowing the food hierarchy in the storage of products in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer, and also keeping the dry storage organized. The Line Cook is responsible for preparing fresh, delicious food that looks great too.

Job Requirements:

Responsible for the preparation of food items. We have a diverse menu that requires speed and accurate preparation, and you should feel proud of each item you prepare.

Responsible for maintaining equipment and the cleanliness of your surroundings.

Working as a team to achieve standards in preparation and delivery of food items

Committed to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety and sanitation standards during the shift

Prepares food with proper safety equipment, tools and recipe specs with further direction from Management

Practicing food safety and sanitation, restocking kitchen and cook line as needed throughout the shift

Qualifications:

Minimum age: 18 years

Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and hygiene

Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances

Able to follow instructions accurately and efficiently

Able to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Reliable transportation

Able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs