Line Cook (Breakfast)

City of Lincoln; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Training and development

Resort discounts

Job summary

City of Lincoln is seeking a Line Cook to prepare breakfast items to order, following recipes and standards. You will collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service, maintain station organization, and uphold food safety.

Early-morning shifts and weekend availability are required, with a focus on quality and consistency. The role offers full-time employment with base pay between $19.00 and $24.00 per hour, plus tips and a $2,500 hiring bonus after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Current food handler’s permit or ability to obtain one before hire.
• Effective communication with coworkers and the public.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast items to order, including eggs, omelets, poaching, pancakes, and griddle items.
• Follow recipes and portion control to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain clean, organized work stations and rotate stock.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food handler permit

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Flexible schedule

Age 18+

Job description

• Base Pay $19.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time

• Name Kyle Keller
• Phone [phone]

POSITION OVERVIEW

As the line cook, you are responsible for ensuring food is prepared to order and department standards are followed. You know the menu items and are able to follow recipes to ensure food is prepared according to guidelines and standards. You are able to communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers in the kitchen, as well as front of house staff. All tasks and interactions are done in a way that upholds the company’s mission, vision, and values.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current food handler’s permit or ability to obtain one prior to hire
• Minimum 2 years cooking experience preferably in a high-volume kitchen
• Must be 18 years of age
• Effective communication skills with coworkers and the public
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Expertise in high-volume, fast paced breakfast service, including eggs made to order, and multi-tasking multiple short order tickets simultaneously
• Comfortable with early morning shifts, dependable and punctual
• Proficiency in classic and modern breakfast techniques, including omelets, poaching, pancake batter handling, and proper griddle management to ensure quality and consistency
• Prepare food to order in accordance with quality food standards and written recipes
• Follow proper portion control and presentation techniques to ensure consistent quality and appearance of dishes
• Collaborate with front of house staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders and address any customer inquiries or concerns
• Organize food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock to ensure freshness of products
• Follow all safety procedure
• Ensure prompt and courteous service to guests to ensure all guest experiences are distinctively supreme
• Set up, restock maintain and clean food preparation areas.
• Monitor the quality and consistency of all food served from the lines.
• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Attend all mandatory meetings
• Other duties as requested and assigned by your manager
• Uphold the company’s Mission/Vision/Values

PAY RANGE

$19.00 - $24.00 plus tips. (Receive a $2,500 hiring bonus upon successful completion of 90 days of employment.)

BENEFITS

• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick
• Training and development
• Resort discounts: free golf, discounts for accommodations, dining and marina rentals