Line Cook

J & A Food Service, Inc; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service company in Madison seeks a dedicated prep cook to prepare menu items following established recipes. Responsibilities include ensuring food quality and safety, maintaining sanitation standards, and efficiently setting up the cook's station. Candidates must be 18 years old and ideally possess a Food Handlers Card as part of their qualifications.

Benefits

Merit increases based upon performance

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to use food preparation tools effectively.
• Good personal hygiene required.

Responsibilities

• Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook’s station.
• Maintains product quality, food safety, and cook time standards.
• Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during, and after shifts.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Food safety

Sanitary practices

Education

Valid Food Handlers Card

Tools

Knives

Slicing equipment

Food preparation equipment

Job description

Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook’s station. Maintains product presentations, product quality, food safety, and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Recipes, Plate presentations and specifications.

Specific Functions and Duties :

1. Follows written instructions to prepare menu and prep items.

2. Completes all assigned prep work in a timely manner.

3. Set up work station according to station diagram.

4. Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times.

5. Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during, and after shift.

6. Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.

Qualification Standards :

1. Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.

2. Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required.

3. Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.

4. Good personal hygiene required.

5. Must possess and / or obtain a valid Food Handlers Card prior to employment.

6. Must be at least18 years of age.

Physical Requirements :

1. Must be able to stand and exert a well-paced mobility for periods up to four hours in length.

2. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to managers, expediters, and other staff members.

3. Transports and carries objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

4. Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Wages :

1. Hourly pay rate is dependent on experience

2. Merit increases based upon performance