Line Cook Arizona Sonor Desert Museum

Craft Culinary Concepts; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality food items while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Your expertise in food preparation techniques and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will be essential. Collaborating with a diverse team, you will ensure that every dish meets exacting standards, contributing to a memorable dining experience. If you are passionate about culinary arts and thrive in a high-volume kitchen, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Pima County Food Handler Card.
• Preferred ServSafe Certification and 2+ years in a high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and safe food production using approved recipes.
• Follow food safety and sanitation practices.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Mathematical skills for recipes

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Ability to work in high-stress environments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cooking utensils and equipment

Job description

Position Overview: The Line Cook is responsible for ensuring that timely, safe food is produced using the current recipe and guest requests for a quality result.

Essential Job Functions: The Line Cook must have knowledge of food preparation techniques and be able to produce hot and cold food items using current approved recipes meeting exacting standards. This includes but is not limited to handling food products from a raw state through the cooking and preparation process to the final plating, for service and/or display. The Line Cook is responsible for following and enforcing food safety and sanitation practices to ensure all food is handled in accordance with local health department and Craft Culinary Concepts policies. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for proper use of cooking utensils and equipment, storage, labeling and dating of food products as well as ensuring clean and sanitized working areas. The Line Cook will have to work with a variety of teammates with varying degrees of skill and knowledge of high-volume kitchen production and must be able to partner with individuals to obtain successful results. This includes but is not limited to cleaning kitchen areas during and after events, leaving them in a ready state for future use.

Requirements:

1. Must be at least 18 years old
2. Must have a valid Pima County Food Handler Card on file with Craft Culinary Concepts and in your possession for each shift worked
3. Must be able to perform mathematical equations as they relate to recipes.
4. Must be able to understand and follow specific instructions for recipes
5. Must have a H.S Diploma or equivalent
6. Must complete all pre-employment forms, successfully pass a background check and math assessment involving all US monetary units
7. Must be able to work with a group as well as independently
8. Must be able to work in a fast-paced high-stress environment

Other Skills/Abilities:

1. Preferred current ServSafe Certification
2. Preferred 2+ years experience in a high-volume kitchen setting
3. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and be on feet for several hours
4. Ability to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
5. Ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations and around excessive noise

The above description is not all-inclusive and may include other related duties as needed.