Line Cook

VIG Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

VIG Milwaukee is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare, cook, assemble, plate, and present menu items in a fast-paced kitchen. You will set up, maintain, and break down kitchen stations, ensuring every dish meets the company’s standards and timing expectations.

You will work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, follow all safety, sanitation, and allergy procedures, and communicate clearly with guests and teammates to deliver exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a variety of hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Provide hospitality and guest experience that exceeds expectations.
• Proficiency using kitchen tools and equipment (knives, slicers, ovens, stoves, etc.).
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines and allergy procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, assemble, plate, and present menu items according to recipes.
• Set up, clean, and breakdown kitchen equipment and stations.
• Communicate clearly with guests and teammates to ensure quality and service.

Skills

Teamwork

Hospitality

Communication

Safety and sanitation

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Food handler training

Job description

Description

Responsible for preparing, cooking, assembling, plating, and presenting of all food menu items, as well as set up, cleaning, and breakdown of kitchen equipment.

Requirements

• Have availability to work a variety of hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Follow all systems, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Provide genuine hospitality to all guests and provide them with an experience that exceeds their expectations
• Successfully complete alcohol awareness training and/or food handler training course(s)
• Be committed to teamwork and have a pleasant attitude
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines
• Comply fully with all allergy, dietary restriction, and modification procedures
• Be proficient in the use of all tools and equipment including knives, slicers, peelers, ovens, open-flames, stoves, etc.
• Accomplish other duties as instructed by management when applicable
• Maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of employment
• Use precision and accuracy in preparing menu items according to the recipe provided by the company
• Communicate clearly and hospitably with guests and teammates
• Be able to carry multiple plates of food safely and cleanly (when applicable)
• Be able to multitask while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
• Be able to work in a space of varying noise, temperature, and crowd levels
• Be able to be to stand and/or walk for the duration of your shift
• Be able to lift and move items up to 25 pounds occasionally, and up to 50 pounds in general
• Practice proper safety guidelines at all times
• Use measuring utensils to control portions
• Maintain proper par levels, and communicate any issues to management
• Use proper equipment to execute dishes and tasks properly (ie. Thermometers, tongs, jaccard, knives, gloves, etc.)