Line Cook - Chef

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

High Tide Seafood Bar and Grill in Goodyear, AZ seeks a Kitchen Prep Cook to accurately prep mise en place and cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and desserts, while plating and garnishing for hot menu items.

The role requires 2 years in kitchen prep/cooking, ability to read and communicate in English, and the stamina to stand up to 8 hours, lift up to 40 pounds, and work with the team to maintain quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, oven, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations for smooth service.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area and equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sauteing or other cooking methods.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all product properly.
• Attends scheduled meetings and participates with suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication

English literacy

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.