Line cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Tampa, Florida is seeking a line cook to prepare food according to restaurant guidelines. Applicants should have a minimum of two years of experience, along with a basic understanding of cooking and food handling procedures. Responsibilities include setting up cooking stations, food preparation, and maintaining cleanliness. The role requires the ability to work under pressure and as part of a team, showcasing problem-solving skills and self-motivation.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of prep or line cook experience.
• Understanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Ability to take direction and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up cooking station as per restaurant standards.
• Prepare food items in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications.

Skills

Professional cooking basics

Knife handling skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, and organization skills.
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef or Kitchen manager at any time.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience (minimum two years).
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.

General Physical Demands for Position

Line cooks will regularly stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, turn, lift, talk, walk, walk on uneven ground, carry and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.