Line Cook Jacksonville

SHRIMP SHACK SEAFOOD KITCHEN; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular seafood kitchen in Jacksonville is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals for customers. Responsibilities include setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, cooking food, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. The ideal candidate should have proven experience as a cook and knowledge of various cooking methods. A high school diploma is required; a culinary school diploma is a plus. This role offers an opportunity to excel in a vibrant kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking.
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Communication skills

Sanitation procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diploma from a culinary school

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Job brief

We are looking for a skilled Cook to prepare delicious meals according to menu. You will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery.

An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well‑prepared meals. They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi‑tasking. Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important.

The goal is to help preserve and enhance our reputation so we can expand our clientele.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Requirements

• Proven experience as cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage