Line Cook - Lucia's Pizzeria

Graziano; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Graziano's in Miami, FL seeks a Kitchen Station Cook to set up stations, prepare a variety of foods, and maintain sanitary work areas. You will work quickly as part of a team, following safety regulations and assisting the Kitchen Manager as needed.

Preferred high school or vocational training in kitchen basics with at least one year of related experience. This is a full-time, on-site role in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Sanitation knowledge and food handling basics.
• Ability to work quickly and learn procedures.
• Teamwork and effective communication under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect supplies to prepare menu for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold items.
• Arrange sauces and garnishes for allocated station.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and follow safety practices.
• Assist with duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Excellent communication

Sanitation knowledge

Food handling

Team player

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.