Line Cook

Kennedy's Steak House; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy's Steak House is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met. This role requires effective communication, multitasking abilities, and a commitment to maintaining health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen setting and enjoy working collaboratively, this position is for you.

Benefits

Work-life Balance

Delicious Food

Diverse, Inclusive, Welcoming Safe Space

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure food safety.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

Kitchen Tools

Job description

Benefits:

Diverse, Inclusive, Welcoming Safe Space for Everyone

Opportunities to Group

Work-life Balance

Delicious Food

We're Competitive

Position Overview: The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast-paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests. • Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. • Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives. • Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting. • Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels. • Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality. • Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs. • Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures. • Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef. • Keep track of inventory levels for menu items, alerting management and front-of-house staff to low stock situations. • Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations. • Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety. • Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment. • Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff. • Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.