Line cook (lead)

The Oxford Tap; Lakeville (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oxford Tap in Lakeville, MI is seeking a friendly and energetic Line Cook. You should have prior kitchen experience or experience in a fast-paced environment and be willing to work evenings and weekends. A flexible schedule and ability to lift moderate weights are required.

Prior kitchen experience is preferred but not required. Responsibilities include setting up stations, cooking assigned portions, assisting with prep, and maintaining clean, sanitary work areas.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or other fast-paced environment is preferred.
• Ability to multitask quickly and thoroughly.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Set up kitchen stations and prep areas before service.
• Cook specific portions of meals as directed by the lead cook.
• Assist with food prep and maintain sanitary, organized workstations.
• Plate dishes attractively and ensure timely service.
• Wrap and store unused items and shut down equipment properly at shift end.

Skills

Multitask

English communication

Flexible schedule

Lift 10-55 lbs

Job description

We are always keeping an eye out for applicants who are friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely enjoys cooking. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience in a kitchen OR another fast-paced job environment and a willingness to work. You should also be available to take evening and weekend shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Line Cook

• Helps set up the whole kitchen prior to a restaurant’s opening.
• Sets up a station by bringing all containers of necessary food items to that point in the line.
• Cooks a specific portion of each plated meal as assigned by the lead.
• Assists with prepping foods.
• Keeps pace with other cooks on the line so that all food is ready for each plate simultaneously.
• Steps in to help another line cook who is running behind.
• Assembles dishes and provides garnishment.
• Plates food in an attractive manner to maximize customer enjoyment.
• Pitches in and the rest of the staff to maintain sanitary conditions and organization in the kitchen.
• Wraps unused items and stores in proper areas at the end of a shift and shuts off all equipment at the station.
• Clean and sanitizes the area with soap and warm water.
• Participates in cleaning the rest of the kitchen before the restaurant closes for the night.

We ask you to:

• Ability to multitask quickly, yet thoroughly
• Have the ability to communicate effectively in English
• Be at least 16 years of age
• Be willing and able to work a flexible schedule
• Have the ability to lift and carry 10-55 lbs.

Applicants will also be expected to be able to work on their feet for several hours at a time and lift potentially heavy objects when necessary. Prior experience is preferred, but not necessary. www.theoxfordtap.com

Lakeville Station is located close to Lakeville Lake in Leonard Mi. Featuring an oversized beautiful handmade bar. Outdoor seating available as well. We are an American restaurant and bar featuring all sorts of mid-western favorites like pizza, wings, tacos, burgers and all sorts of entree's