Line Cook

Tandem Hospitality Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in Kansas City is seeking a Line Cook responsible for preparing high-quality meals according to recipes and culinary standards. The ideal candidate must ensure a clean work area and exhibit excellent food presentation. Responsibilities include setting up stations, maintaining food safety protocols, and collaborating with kitchen staff. Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift 60 lbs. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, courtesy, and cooperativeness.
• Proper food safety training and certification is required by law.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and prepare menu items for service.
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area.
• Taste food items for quality before serving.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent vocational training

Tools

Food preparation tools

Job description

Job Description

A Line Cook is responsible for a high level of consistent meals according to recipes and standards, always keeping a clean and sanitized work area and exhibiting impeccable food presentation and garnishing, leading to exceeding guest expectations and creating repeat business.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary misenplais to prepare menu for service
• Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable and cold food items
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all food items as per safe food‑handling procedures
• Inform chef in advance of likely shortages
• Ensure the correct temperature of food
• Taste all food items for quality before serving
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturers instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
• Assist staff with other duties as assigned by kitchen manager
• Sanitize refrigerators and storerooms
• Operate and maintain all kinds of kitchen appliances
• Perform record keeping and reports generation duties
• Order and take delivery of food and supplies
• Report any unforeseen circumstances, maintenance needs or faulty equipment to the manager
• Maintain outstanding working relationships with staff, guests and supervisors
• Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management

Job Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent vocational training
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow‑through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with co‑workers and the public.
• Proper food safety training and certification as described by law
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for long periods of time
• High level of professionalism