Line Cook

Catamount Ski; South Egremont (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Catamount Ski in South Egremont, MA is seeking a dependable cook to prepare and cook short order foods for our mountain guests in a fast-paced setting. This role involves working late afternoons and evenings, weekends, and holidays.

You will follow standard recipes, maintain cleanliness, and ensure safe food handling while delivering friendly service and quality meals. Experience with a grill, fryer, and basic kitchen equipment is preferred; Serv-Safe and allergen knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service environment preferred.
• Serv-Safe and Food Allergen certifications preferred.
• Must be able to work late afternoons/evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Follow standard recipes and maintain food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook short order foods.
• Promote positive interactions with guests.
• Maintain sanitation and food handling standards.
• Ensure proper portioning and recipe adherence.
• Plan production to support busy serving hours.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Food service experience

Serv-Safe

Food safety awareness

High energy

multitasking

Tools

Deep fryer

Grill

Meat slicer

Smoker

Stove and oven

Job description

Job Summary

Prepare and cook short order foods.

Competitive pay and great mountain benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote a positive interaction and experience with outside dining guests.
• Working with Food Service Staff to prepare food following standard company recipes and menus.
• Adhere to food portioning standards established by company.
• Ensure availability of supplies and foods and maintain order lists.
• Allow adequate time for food preparation.
• Adhere to proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Store food properly and safely by marking with dates and item name.
• Report any necessary equipment repair or maintenance needed to manager.
• Plan food production to coordinate with busy meal serving hours.
• Maintain food preserving the quality, temperature, and appealing appearance.
• Keep kitchen, food storage areas and coolers neat and clean at all times.
• Clean and maintain equipment and utensils used in food preparation
• Complete food temperature checks before service.
• Check and maintain correct temperatures of coolers and freezers.
• Comply with sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Skilled in providing outstanding customer service.
• Able to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively.
• Prior training or experience in food service industry preferred.
• Experience with deep fryer, grill, meat slicer, smoker, stove & oven.
• Serv-Safe and Food Allergens certifications preferred.
• High energy and stamina required.
• Able to identify and perform other tasks during non-busy times.

Core Competencies

• Friendly Service: Treat people courteously and respond in a helpful manner.
• Teamwork: Interact with team members effectively put company goals first.
• Work Standards: Maintain high standards in the quality & consistency of work.

Physical Demands

• This is a physically demanding position.
• May be working outside at outdoor grill.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds,
• Must be able to stand, bend, climb, lift, kneel, reach & push repetitively.
• Must be tolerant of using strong and pungent cleaning products.
• Must be able to tolerate temperature fluctuations in kitchen area.

Requirements

• Shift Requirements: Hours may be late afternoon and evenings, including weekends & holidays.
• Age Requirements: Applicants must be at least age 18.