Line Cook-Brookline

Barcelona Wine Bar; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; 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 prepare and execute menu items with precision, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. You'll manage food stations, collaborate with fellow kitchen staff, and uphold nutrition and sanitation regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for culinary excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and grow in the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; culinary degree is a plus.
• 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to the Executive Chef's specifications.
• Maintain food stations and ensure high quality standards.

Skills

Cooking experience

Understanding of menu items

Ingredient prepping

Various cooking methods

Multitasking in high volume kitchen

Basic math skills

Written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree (2 or 4 year)

1-2 years experience in food service

Job description

Description

The Line Cook prepares food exactly to the Executive Chef’s specifications and manages all food stations for menu execution.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies
• Prep all needed food items for service
• Execute menu items according to specifications and standards
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality
• Clean up station and take care of any leftover or “bad” food according to the chef
• Stock inventory of stations
• Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept

Skills

• Cooking experience
• Clear understanding of menu items
• Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients
• Strong grasp on various cooking methods, food items, equipment, etc.
• Multitask in a high volume kitchen
• Basic math and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation
• Continuous reaching, bending, lifting, carrying items up to 30 lbs.
• Stand and move around for the entirety of the scheduled shift

Education/Experience

• Have a high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality field
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations