Line Cook - Craft Seasonal Dishes in Fast-Paced Kitchen

ON TOP OF THE WORLD COMMUNITIES LLC; Ocala (FL); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ON TOP OF THE WORLD COMMUNITIES LLC is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to support and lead kitchen operations. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and plating while upholding recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.

The role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, strong team collaboration, and adherence to safety and sanitation practices. Evening/weekend shifts may be required to meet service needs.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience working as a line cook or in a similar culinary role, demonstrating a solid understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and food safety practices.
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining various kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, salamanders, broilers, fryers, and other essential culinary tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment to meet service demands and maintain a smooth workflow.
• Strong focus on accuracy and precision to ensure consistency and quality in every dish prepared.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively as part of a team, supporting and assisting colleagues as needed.
• Ability to withstand long hours of standing, working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment, and lifting heavy objects.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the operation's schedule
• Obtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses and/or certificates.
• Enjoy working with people

Responsabilités

• Support the Executive Chef in managing and supervising all kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, and plating, to ensure exceptional quality and consistency.
• Lead and motivate the culinary team, promoting a positive, inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to develop innovative and seasonally inspired menus, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
• Ensure all food items are prepared and served in accordance with established recipes, portion control guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a well-organized and efficient kitchen, optimizing workflow, and implementing effective systems for inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Monitor food quality and freshness, actively participating in regular inspections, and taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Assist in training and mentoring kitchen staff, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques, safety procedures, and sanitation practices.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth communication, efficient service, and prompt resolution of any guest concerns or special requests.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations, promoting a safe and clean working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Line cook experience

Food safety practices

Time management

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Strong communication

Safety procedures

Formation

1-year certificate from college or technical school

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Outils

Grills

Ovens

Salamanders

Broilers

Fryers

Description du poste

ON TOP OF THE WORLD COMMUNITIES LLC is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to support and lead kitchen operations. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and plating while upholding recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.

The role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, strong team collaboration, and adherence to safety and sanitation practices. Evening/weekend shifts may be required to meet service needs.