Line Cook: Fast-Paced Prep & Plating Expert

Monkeypod Kitchen; Lahaina (HI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Lahaina, HI is seeking an on-site cook to read recipes and process POS tickets, cut and prep foods, and assemble dishes according to standard plating. You will set up stations, maintain cleanliness, and communicate needs and shortages to the team.

The role requires reliability, punctual attendance, and adherence to safety standards. Responsibilities include cooking items per guest orders, following station checklists, and collaborating with the Chef to ensure timely, high-quality

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-energy environment.
• Must stand, walk, use hands, reach, and lift 10-25 lbs repeatedly.
• Must be able to reach above shoulder, bend, and lift 26-50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb and squat or kneel occasionally.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand recipes and POS tickets.
• Cut foods as specified by standardized recipes.
• Weigh, measure and prepare foods according to recipe specifications.
• Prepare meats, vegetables, batters, sauces, and dressings per station checklists.
• Bake or cook items according to guest order and recipe.
• Clean and sanitize all parts of the assigned station per daily checklist.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area during service.
• Prepare and present menu items according to plating cards and recipes.
• Set up station per daily checklist, par sheet, and Chef's direction.
• Communicate info to the next meal period's Line Cooks.
• Report shortages to supervisors and follow attendance policies.

Skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Major responsibilities include:

Read and understand recipes and POS generated tickets.

Cut foods as specified by standardized recipes.

Weigh, measure and prepare foods according to recipe specification.

Prepare meats, vegetables, batters, sauces, and dressings according to station checklists.

Bake or cook certain food items according to guest order and recipe.

Clean and sanitize all parts of the assigned station throughout each shift as required and specified in the daily checklist.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the demands of the service period.

Prepare and present specific menu items according to standardized plating cards and recipes.

Set up station according to daily checklist, par sheet, and the Chef's direction.

Communicate pertinent and required information to the next meal period's Line Cooks.

Communicate food and equipment shortages to supervisors.

Must be dependable, report to work as scheduled and on time, and follow all policies regarding scheduling and attendance. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Requirements

Must be able to work in a fast paced, high-energy, moderately noisy environment containing multiple personality types. Can become crowded, hot, and can become high-pressure.

Must be able to do the following constantly: stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach outward, and push/pull 10-25 lbs.

Must be able to do the following frequently: reach above shoulder, bend, and lift/carry 26-50 lbs.

Must be able to do the following occasionally: climb and squat or kneel.

Must have the ability wear personal protective equipment (non slip shoes, back belt if lifting over 25 lbs, safety glove when using knife).