Line Cook

Fenton River Grill; Mansfield Center (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenton River Grill in Mansfield Center, CT is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare high-quality dishes, maintain clean stations, and follow our standards to ensure consistent meals for guests.

The ideal candidate has proven kitchen experience, solid knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, teamwork, and a passion for delivering excellent service in a busy restaurant setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Line Cook, Prep Cook, or similar in a busy restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy kitchen equipment.
• Culinary school diploma or relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items following recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before service.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet restaurant standards.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
• Follow food safety and sanitation regulations to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
• Adapt to changing menus, food requests, and special dietary needs.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff when needed.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Sanitation

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Physical strength

Education

Culinary School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Line Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes according to our restaurant's standards while maintaining a clean and organized workstation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items following recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before service.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet restaurant standards.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
• Follow food safety and sanitation regulations to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
• Adapt to changing menus, food requests, and special dietary needs.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff when needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Line Cook, Prep Cook, or similar role in a busy restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy kitchen equipment.
• Culinary school diploma or relevant experience preferred.