Line Cook-Denver South

Barcelona Wine Bar; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Barcelona Wine Bar in Denver is seeking a Line Cook to support the Executive Chef by preparing items to specification and managing kitchen stations for timely menu execution.

You will work with a team to prep ingredients, execute dishes with quality, and maintain sanitation standards while maintaining a fast-paced workflow in a busy restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a line cook or kitchen setting.
• Strong knowledge of menu items and prep procedures.
• Experience with multiple cooking methods and station management.
• Ability to multitask in a high-volume kitchen.
• Basic math and written communication skills.

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 all food is made in a timely fashion and of high quality
• Clean up station and manage leftovers or bad food per chef
• Stock inventory of stations
• Certify nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept

Skills

Cooking experience

Menu knowledge

Prep ingredients

Cooking methods

multitask

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

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