Line Cook: Grilling, Sauté, Prep & Pantry Expert

The Butchers Son Inc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 90 days

One week paid vacation after a year of

Holiday pay

Quarterly Meal Card for restaurant use

Bonus potential for culinary school"

Yearly evaluations

Job summary

The Butchers Son Inc in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a kitchen cook to accurately and efficiently prepare meats, seafood, vegetables and other hot items, and to plate and garnish dishes to specification.

The role requires at least 6 months of kitchen experience, clear communication, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and strict hygiene. You'll operate broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other equipment, while maintaining quality and consistency.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 months of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment according to restaurants standardized recipes.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Clear communication

Job description

The Butchers Son Inc in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a kitchen cook to accurately and efficiently prepare meats, seafood, vegetables and other hot items, and to plate and garnish dishes to specification.

The role requires at least 6 months of kitchen experience, clear communication, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and strict hygiene. You'll operate broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other equipment, while maintaining quality and consistency.