Line Cook

Another Broken Egg Cafe; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Another Broken Egg Cafe is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member in Tuscaloosa, AL to execute daily kitchen operations and prepare menu items per recipes while upholding company standards of quality and service.

You will maintain a clean, safe workspace, monitor ticket times, and assist with stocking, setting up stations, and equipment checks to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year operations experience.
• Lift and carry up to 70 lbs. Up to 20 times a shift.
• Frequent bending and stooping.
• Work frequently in a hot and damp environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menu items according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity and plate presentation guidelines.
• Ensure that all prepared food meets the standard of excellence of ABEA.
• Control & promote kitchen cleanliness by constantly "working clean".
• Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly work station.
• Communicate ticket times and potential problems with service/kitchen staff and managers. Determine quick corrections to ensure constant food flow.
• Complete assigned work for stocking and setting up work station.
• Assist Manager in maintaining kitchen equipment by performing routine checks according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Operations experience

Lifting 70 lbs

Bending & stooping

Heat exposure

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities

Execute all kitchen operations ensuring the restaurant and company standards of quality and service are met. Develop quality products through consistent execution and according to company standards of all menu items and line products. Maintain a safe and clean kitchen area.

Primary Responsibilities::

• Prepare all menu items according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity and plate presentation guidelines.
• Ensure that all prepared food meets the standard of excellence of ABEA.
• Control & promote kitchen cleanliness by constantly "working clean".
• Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly work station. Notify manager promptly of any problems.
• Ensure food quality by maintaining high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food products.
• Communicate ticket times and potential problems with service/kitchen staff and managers. Determine quick corrections to ensure constant food flow.
• Complete assigned work for stocking and setting up work station.
• Clean and sanitize on a routine basis.
• Assist Manager in maintaining kitchen equipment by performing routine checks according to established policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products and stocks products to determined pars. Label & date all perishable items to ensure freshness standards are met.
• Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance. Take prompt corrective action where necessary or suggest alternative course of action which may be taken.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve to overall objectives of the position.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Obtain working knowledge of all equipment in the kitchen, including pilot lighting of all gas fired equipment, filter changing of all refrigeration systems & vent hood system operations.

Accountabilities:

• Keep Manager & supervisors promptly and fully informed of all issues (i.e. problems, unusual matters of significance and positive events) and take prompt corrective action where necessary or suggest alternative courses of action.
• Help create a positive working environment with positive actions.
• Perform all position responsibilities and performance objectives in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all company employees to foster and promote a cooperative working atmosphere, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year operations experience.
• Lift and carry up to 70 lbs. Up to 20 times a shift.
• Frequent bending and stooping.
• Work frequently in a hot and damp environment.

Another Broken Egg Cafe isn't your typical breakfast, brunch and lunch place. Our menu is second-to-none, loaded with fresh ingredients and creative recipes across a wide variety of breakfast classics, memorable brunch dishes and lunchtime favorites. Each location is designed to feel like a casual getaway, served up with a generous side of family, friends and friendly service.
Much of our success can be linked to our philosophy that "Nothing Short of Right is Right." Each restaurant is managed by a hands-on owner who believes every detail is important in making our guests happy. So from the time you enter to the time you leave, your dining experience feels like a relaxing vacation, yet with all the comforts of being close to home.