Line Cook

Innovative Dining Group; Manhattan Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in California is looking for enthusiastic PM Line Cooks to join their team. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a high-end restaurant, a strong work ethic, and exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing and cooking food, maintaining station cleanliness, and ensuring food quality standards. The role requires working PM shifts and a valid Food Handler Card upon hire, creating a positive work environment for both staff and guests.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurant
• Familiarity with food service regulations and food handling procedures
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and manage a physically demanding role

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food at a specific station
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products

Skills

Knowledge of food offerings

Ability to multi-task

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Food preparation equipment

Job description

Description

Join the BOA Steakhouse/Sushi Roku Team – Now Hiring AM and PM Line Cooks!

Are you ready to be part of something truly exciting? Sushi Roku/BOA Steakhouse in Manhattan Beach is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working PM Line Cooks to join our team!

What You’ll Do:

A Line Cook plates dishes and completes basic food prepping tasks. This includes preparing and cooking food at a specific station, cleaning up prep areas and making sure the kitchen is stocked.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Have an extensive knowledge of our restaurant’s food offerings and beverage program
• Always comply with our standard portion sizes, recipe specifications, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules and restaurant policies and procedures
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
• Assemble items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
• Follow proper plate presentation and prepare garnishes for all dishes
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly (FIFO = First-In, First-Out)
• Perform station opening/closing and side work duties for each shift
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
• Create a positive work environment for our employees through friendly, caring and professional communication
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills and the ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
• Embody and deliver on exceptional service and hospitality

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• 2 years previous experience in a high-end, high-volume restaurant
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure
• Possesses a strong familiarity with food service regulations and proper food handling procedures
• Strong communication skills, both with guests and teammates
• A positive, upbeat attitude with a strong work ethic
• Must be available to work PM shifts
• A valid Food Handler Card (must have upon hire)
• Ability to work standing for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and manage a physically demanding role
• Must be 18 years or older

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