Line Cook - Jason Aldean's, Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen as a Line Cook, where your culinary skills will shine! This role involves preparing delicious dishes, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation, and collaborating with a talented team. You will be responsible for ensuring that all food is prepared according to specifications, while also assisting in various kitchen tasks. If you have a passion for cooking and thrive in a busy environment, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your talents and grow within a supportive team. Embrace the chance to work in a vibrant culinary setting where your contributions make a difference every day!

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Assist chefs and ensure timely food preparation for service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Cooking Techniques

Time Management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Experience as a Line Cook

Knowledge of Food Safety

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Cut Gloves

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: This role's primary function of Line Cook will be responsible for the preparation of ingredients and stations used in the cooking process, as well as maintaining the kitchen and ensuring it is clean and sanitized. The ideal candidate believes in showing up on time for work, providing other employees with assistance in the kitchen as needed, and following all sanitary and health-related protocols. All duties are to be performed in accordance with Company policies, practices, and procedures, within the framework of TC Restaurant Group principles.

TRAINING & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Line Cook 1:

• Completes Daily Prep Assignments
• Prepares Salads
• Portions Desserts
• Maintains Cleanliness of Line and Prep Areas

Line Cook 2:

• Ability to meet all requirements for Line Cook 1
• Preparation and cooking of all fried foods
• Ability to operate broiler and oven in accordance with kitchen needs

Line Cook 3:

• Ability to meet all requirements for Line Cook 2
• Correctly preps, seasons, and cooks all entrees, specifically meat, poultry, and seafood.
• Assists Chefs in cutting meat while following specifications and quality standards
• Responsible for overseeing the sauteing and grilling stations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/SKILLS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

1. Reports to work on time and is on the prep station as indicated on the work schedule
2. Preps all food to ensure that all items are prepared according to company specifications, recipes, procedures, plate presentation and quality standards
3. Correctly prepares vegetables for salads; portions and plates salads and desserts and ensures that all food is prepared and served up to TCRG standards of quality, presentation, and timing
4. Prepare equipment, small wares, plate ware, food ingredients, garnishes and supply items needed for effective operation of the station. Reports any problems or discrepancies to Sous Chef/Exec Chef on a timely basis.
5. Rotates and restocks all pantry food items, condiments, plateware, smallware's, equipment and supplies throughout the shift to ensure sufficient stock and back-up levels for the demands of the business
6. Checks, prior to the start of the shift, the par and stock levels of all salad ingredients, cold appetizers, dessert items, condiments, garnishes, equipment, chilled plates, and other service plateware and smallware's to ensure sufficient quantity for the demands of the business. Maintains sufficient back-up par levels
7. Assists other kitchen personnel in food preparation and side work according to prep lists
8. Communicates and coordinates with the food runners to ensure that all food product is prepared and ready for service at the correct time
9. Correctly completes all station closing duties at the end of each shift. Assists Sous Chef/Chef and other kitchen team members in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness.
10. Maintains the highest degree of sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety for work area to include prep tables, counter tops, refrigeration units, floors, walls and shelving
11. Uniform meets restaurant requirements and is maintained and clean
12. Practices positive personal hygiene and cleanliness habits during all work shifts
13. Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift. Immediately reports any unsafe condition or unsafe act, accidents and/or injuries to the Sous Chef/Exec Chef
14. Performs all additional duties as assigned

IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THE LINE COOK I WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:

1. Accountability
2. Adherence to Policy
3. Attitude
4. Confidentiality
5. Development
6. Job skills knowledge
7. Judgment
8. Organization
9. Productivity
10. Punctuality
11. Quality of work
12. Teamwork
13. Verbal communication
14. Working relationships
15. Written communication

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Experience as a pantry, prep, or line cook in a fast paced, high volume, premium casual restaurant preferred
2. Experience with fresh products preferred
3. Minimum 100 covers per shift
4. Must be able to taste to be able to distinguish between and among flavors, spices, temperatures, mouth feel and smell to distinguish between and among odors and scents as to their appeal and level of intensity for all food and beverage products
5. Must be able to work in an environment subject to extreme cold 30 degrees, heat temperatures above 100 degrees, loud noises from restaurant equipment and machinery, and fumes, odors, dust, and smoke
6. Must use cut gloves as that is a company requirement for all culinary personnel for safety
7. Must be able to communicate effectively and listen attentively to supervisors, other team members, vendors, and guests
8. Ability to understand communication in English
9. Position may require work on nights, weekends, and holidays - Must be able to lift, handle, and carry food, small wares, equipment, supplies and paper goods at a minimum of 50 pounds
10. Must be able to constantly stand and exert well-paced mobility for a period up to eight hours in length
11. Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, reach and squat on a frequent basis to receive and store stock, supplies and equipment as well as to work the line during service periods
12. Maintains good grooming habit

TC Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.