Line Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Safety & Quality

Friendwell Group; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendwell Group in Edison, NJ is seeking line cooks who are team players passionate about food and serving others. You will cook and prepare dishes according to recipes and production guidelines while strictly adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures.

You will safely operate grills, fryers, ovens, cook-chill and other kitchen equipment, maintain clean workstations, track food waste, and assist the kitchen team to deliver quality meals in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• This job requires at least 2 years of line cook experience.
• Knowledge of food prep principles and safe handling/ sanitation.
• Basic math and counting skills are required.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• HS diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items promptly while ensuring quality, portions, and presentation.
• Follow ticket procedures and keep records for service periods.
• Chop vegetables, prep portions, and prepare sauces and herbs.
• Cook foods during service following lead cook/chef instructions.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized food stations.
• Comply with food safety standards and regulations.
• Manage stock and clean work area; rotate stock as required.
• Report food waste and communicate inventory needs to kitchen team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the chef.

Skills

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Basic math

Ability to stand long

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ovens

Cook-Chill system

Kettle

Job description

Friendwell Group in Edison, NJ is seeking line cooks who are team players passionate about food and serving others. You will cook and prepare dishes according to recipes and production guidelines while strictly adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures.

You will safely operate grills, fryers, ovens, cook-chill and other kitchen equipment, maintain clean workstations, track food waste, and assist the kitchen team to deliver quality meals in a fast-paced hotel environment.