Line Cook

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman in Lahaina, HI is seeking a Line Cook to read recipes, cut foods, weigh and prepare ingredients, and assemble dishes according to station checklists and plating cards.

You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, maintain cleanliness, communicate shortages to supervisors, and report on time per policy; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-energy, moderately noisy environment containing multiple personality types.
• Can become crowded, hot, and can become high-pressure.
• Must be able to stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach outward, and push/pull 10-25 lbs.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder, bend, and lift/carry 26-50 lbs. frequently.
• Must have the ability wear personal protective equipment (non slip shoes, back belt if lifting over 25 lbs, safety glove when using knife).

Responsibilities

• Read and understand recipes and POS generated tickets.
• Cut foods as specified by standardized recipes.
• Weigh, measure and prepare foods according to recipe specification.
• Prepare meats, vegetables, batters, sauces, and dressings according to station checklists.
• Bake or cook certain food items according to guest order and recipe.
• Clean and sanitize all parts of the assigned station throughout each shift as required and specified in the daily checklist.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the demands of the service period.
• Prepare and present specific menu items according to standardized plating cards and recipes.
• Set up station according to daily checklist, par sheet, and the Chef's direction.
• Communicate pertinent and required information to the next meal period's Line Cooks.
• Communicate food and equipment shortages to supervisors.
• Must be dependable, report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow all policies regarding scheduling and attendance.

Job description

Location: Lahaina, HI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive

Job Description

• Read and understand recipes and POS generated tickets.
• Cut foods as specified by standardized recipes.
• Weigh, measure and prepare foods according to recipe specification.
• Prepare meats, vegetables, batters, sauces, and dressings according to station checklists.
• Bake or cook certain food items according to guest order and recipe.
• Clean and sanitize all parts of the assigned station throughout each shift as required and specified in the daily checklist.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the demands of the service period.
• Prepare and present specific menu items according to standardized plating cards and recipes.
• Set up station according to daily checklist, par sheet, and the Chef's direction.
• Communicate pertinent and required information to the next meal period's Line Cooks.
• Communicate food and equipment shortages to supervisors.
• Must be dependable, report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow all policies regarding scheduling and attendance. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-energy, moderately noisy environment containing multiple personality types. Can become crowded, hot, and can become high-pressure.
• Must be able to do the following constantly: stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach outward, and push/pull 10-25 lbs.
• Must be able to do the following frequently: reach above shoulder, bend, and lift/carry 26-50 lbs.
• Must be able to do the following occasionally: climb and squat or kneel.
• Must have the ability wear personal protective equipment (non slip shoes, back belt if lifting over 25 lbs, safety glove when using knife).