Line Cook - Omaha, NE

Spare Time Entertainment; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment venue in Omaha is seeking a skilled cook to prepare and assemble dishes for events. The ideal candidate will have experience in a professional kitchen, be detail-oriented, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment and interacting with guests, ensuring quality and freshness in all food preparations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional service and delicious meals.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort.
• SERVSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stage workstations with ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare and cook dishes as per recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Speed

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Stage workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
2. Prepare ingredients, then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes.
3. Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within forecasted range.
4. Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at the workstation and meeting prep times for smooth delivery.
5. Assist in maintaining the dish machine area.
6. Maintain a clean and orderly workstation area, including kitchen equipment, tables, shelves, and trash.
7. Comply with applicable sanitary, health, safety, and personal hygiene standards.
8. Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products.
9. Able to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
10. Able to read and follow cooking directions.
11. Complete opening and closing tasks.
12. Assist with functions and events.
13. Interact professionally by using Spare Time Service Standards (Code S.E.R.V.E.).
14. Perform additional tasks as assigned by line kitchen management.
15. Communicate with reporting manager regarding low inventory items and sanitation or maintenance concerns.
16. Report all violations to management.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Culinary Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort.
• SERVSafe certification preferred.
• The noise level can be loud and may include lighting effects such as lasers and strobes.
• This role operates in a professional kitchen environment and may be guest-facing. Standard kitchen equipment such as fryers, ranges, ovens, and other appliances are routinely used.
• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, hot surfaces, sharp cutlery, and temperature variations is common.
• This position involves working with large crowds and children.

Physical Demands

The physical demands include:

• Standing and walking for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Long hours and frequent weekend work are required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, see the Department of Labor's 'Know Your Rights' notice.