Line Cook

Gustav's; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A renowned local restaurant in Vancouver is seeking culinary professionals who are passionate about quality food and dining experiences. Candidates should have prior experience as a cook and be prepared to maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment. Positions available are both part-time and full-time, with flexible schedules. Benefits include health and dental insurance, employee discounts, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook.

Responsibilities

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations for smooth service.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area.
• Prepares items for various cooking methods according to specifications.
• Opens or Closes the kitchen properly following checklists.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to lift 30+ lbs

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Education

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Gustav's in Vancouver is looking to add a few new culinary professionals to our amazing team. Our ideal candidate can maintain their station and present quality product during peak volume periods, an important quality as our restaurants are high volume with even higher standards. You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Gustav's is a locally owned German Restaurant that has become an institution in the Portland/Vancouver area for the last 30 years. Quality food has always been a focus at Gustav's since its inception and we are looking for like‑minded professionals to keep that spirit alive! NW Hospitality Group has recently acquired the legendary Gustav's with the intention of keeping the restaurant around for years to come! You may know us from our other local establishments, Amaro's Table and Cecilia. We are excited to take on this new venture and are looking for hospitality and culinary professionals to join our team! Our brand is already known for our impeccable service, delicious food and an amazing quality. We are looking for cooks who are driven to learn and grow their career within our restaurants. NW Hospitality Group is a young company looking for motivated individuals to join our team and help us continue to expand our brand!

Responsibilities:

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Refer to Daily Prep List and Checklists at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Know and comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen and property wide 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.
• 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, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating. Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes according to build sheets.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly. Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Opens or Closes the kitchen properly and follows the checklists and prep sheets for kitchen stations.
• Complete any other tasks or directives issued by your Manager or Superiors in a polite, timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Benefits:

• Both part-time and full-time positions available, with schedule flexibility.
• Closed for major holidays: 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• Healthcare benefits including dental and vision for full time employees working 30 hours or more.
• Opportunity to work with an expanding hospitality company with many avenues for growth.