Line Cook - Chef

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional to prep mise en place and cook meat, fish, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts. You will portion and plate items, garnish plates, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

The role requires at least 2 years of kitchen experience, ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and clear communication with the team. You will work in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity or role.
• Clear communication with manager, kitchen and dining room staff.
• Able to reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Stand for long periods (up to 8 hours).
• Reading and writing in English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, vegetables for cooking using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other equipment.
• Ensure quality and consistency of all prepared items.
• Follow portion sizes, cooking methods, and kitchen procedures.
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of food at line stations.
• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other methods.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and equipment.
• Assist in closing duties and cover for other shifts as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Chef or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Physical ability

Stamina

Job description

Summary of Position

Accurately and efficiently Prep Mise en Place, cook meat, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as salads and dessert. Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, oven, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.


• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.


• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen 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 workstation 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, sauteing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.


• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.


• Handles, stores and rotates all product properly.


• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.


• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.


• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.


• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.


• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity or role.


• Must be able to communicate clearly with manager, kitchen and dining room personnel.


• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift to 40 pounds.


• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)


• Able to read, write and communicate clearly in English.