Line Cook

McCoy’s Chophouse; Village of Endicott (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy restaurant in the Village of Endicott seeks a dedicated Line Cook to prepare and present high-quality dishes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and following health regulations, with opportunities for advancement and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Advancement Opportunities

50% off food purchases during and after work shift

Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 pounds to waist level.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Manage and maintain safe working conditions.
• Restock food supplies and take inventory when required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Basic culinary coursework or equivalent experience

Job description

The Line Cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry and/or stations or other areas of the kitchen. He/She prepares all items needed for service, from chopping vegetables to making sauces and butchering meat. At times, the Line Cook will be tasked to prepare items for another station or special event. In addition, the Line Cook cleans kitchen equipment, organizes produce delivery, trains new cooks and completes a nightly inventory.
Please note:

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COMPENSATION

• Depends upon Skills and Experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines
• Practice, monitor, and reinforce food safety procedures according to policy and health/sanitation regulations Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Manage and maintain safe working condition
• Restocks food supplies and takes inventory when required
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager
• Maintain fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensure service is consistent with quality standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to lift 50 pounds to waist level
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Exhibit a sense of urgency
• Strong stamina to work long or split shifts
• Willingness to work on your feet
• Basic culinary coursework or equivalent experience highly preferred
• Highly collaborative nature
• Previous prep or line cook experience
• Fluent English-speaking and writing skills

BENEFITS

• Advancement Opportunities
• 50% off food purchases during and after work shift