Line Cook - Grazianos Weston Market

Graziano's Group; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Graziano’s Group is seeking a motivated kitchen team member to assist with meal prep and station setup for daily service. You will handle a variety of foods, ensure proper storage and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the Chef on shortages, following established standards, and supporting the team to deliver quality dishes efficiently. A background in culinary basics and at least one year of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Understanding of food handling, preparation and cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect supplies to prepare menu for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold items.
• Arrange sauces and garnishes for allocated station.
• Cover, date and store all food prep items correctly.
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages.
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards.
• Use food prep tools as instructed by manufacturers.
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow closing checklists.
• Maintain a sanitary work area at all times.
• Keep work area fresh throughout the shift.
• Ensure storage areas are tidy and products stored properly.
• Follow safe and hygienic food handling practices.
• Return dirty utensils to appropriate areas.
• Assist with duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Food handling

Team player

Work under pressure

Personal cleanliness

Education

High school coursework in kitchen basics (food safety)

One year related experience preferred

Job description

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepare a variety of foods, meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
• Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
• Keep the work area fresh all through the shift
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
• Assist with all duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager

Duties/Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepare a variety of foods, meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
• Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
• Notify Chef in advance of shortages
• Serve menu items compliant with established standards
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
• Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
• Keep the work area fresh all through the shift
• Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
• Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices
• Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
• Assist with all duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Education And Experience

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.
• One year of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Graziano’s is an equal opportunity employer. We live by our culture A HEART AS FULL AS OUR BELLY and we strive to take care of each other as much as we take care of our products.