Line Cook

Big Whiskey's of Southeast Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Whiskey's of Southeast Missouri is seeking a line cook to accurately prepare meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot dishes. You will portion ingredients, plate dishes, garnish, and ensure quality across all menu items.

Responsibilities include stocking stations, maintaining a sanitary work area, and following portion sizes and recipes. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and stand up to 9 hours, with at least 2 years in kitchen prep and cooking and 6 months in a similar role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
• Must communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand for up to 9 hours

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, seafood, vegetables, and other items using broilers, ovens, grills and fryers
• Maintain quality and portion control of all menu items
• Keep station clean and organized and rotate stock properly
• Assist in food prep during peak times as needed
• Close kitchen following checklist and assist with closing duties
• Participate in meetings and contribute improvement ideas
• Perform other related duties as assigned by kitchen management

Skills

Cooking

Communication

Stamina

Job description

Summary of Position:

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also, perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares 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
• Assumes 100% responsibility for the quality of products served
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications. Properly labeled and day dotted for proper rotation
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing, or other cooking methods by portioning, seasoning, and/or marinating
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the kitchen manager or MOD

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)