Line Cook - Lucia's Pizzeria

Graziano's Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Graziano's Group is seeking dedicated kitchen staff to assist in food preparation and maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a basic understanding of food safety, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team. This role requires availability on Friday and Sunday nights, primarily during dinner shifts.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics preferred.
• One year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, and vegetables.
• Maintain a sanitary work area and follow food safety practices.
• Assist with all duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Communication

Sanitation knowledge

Food handling techniques

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Must be available Friday & Sunday Nights. Mostly Dinner Shifts.

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.