Line Cook - Plating Pro in High-Volume Kitchen

Gas Monkey Bar N' Grill; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Gas Monkey Bar N' Grill is seeking a Line Cook in Dallas, TX. The role requires preparing meats, seafood, vegetables and other items, ensuring quality, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Responsibilities include cooking with various methods, portion control, garnishing, and assisting in closing the kitchen. Candidates must have food handling certification and the stamina to work up to 9 hours on their feet.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Stand for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
• Must possess a current Food Handler Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables for cooking on broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Maintains standard portion sizes, cooking methods and kitchen rules.
• Stocks and maintains adequate levels of food at line stations for smooth service.
• Portions food prior to cooking according to standard sizes and recipe specs.
• Keeps a clean and sanitary work station and equipment in safe condition.
• Prepares items for various cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and marinating.
• Follows plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates products properly.
• Does off-peak food prep as needed and assists in closing the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Clear communication

Stamina

Fast learner

Job description

Job 162181 - Gas Monkey Bar N' Grill - Line Cook
Dallas, TX

Gas Monkey Bar N' Grill Line Cook Job Description

Title:

LINE COOK

Reports to:

Summary of Position:

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot and cold food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot and cold menu item plates.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period and while maintaining high food safety standards.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.
• Check out with a kitchen manager or supervisor before you leave after each shift.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
• Must possess a current Food Handler Card

IN ADDITION TO THE PERFORMANCE OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THELINE COOKSTAFF WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING:

• Appearance
• Opening and Closing duties
• Job Skills/Knowledge/Productivity
• Adherence to Policy
• Sanitation and Safety
• Guest Satisfaction
• Communications

This job description is a summary of duties which you as an employee are expected to perform in your assignment. It is by no means an all-inclusive list, but is merely a broad guide to expected duties. As an employee you should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time. Also, at the request of management, any employee may be asked and expected to perform additional duties, responsibilities, or project without notice.