Line Cook Playa

Clique Playa LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary establishment in San Diego is seeking individuals with culinary experience to maintain high food quality standards and assist in all kitchen operations. Responsibilities include food preparation, hygiene adherence, and effective communication with team members. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and basic kitchen skills. This position provides a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum experience in a similar position preferred.
• Basic comprehension of English oral and written language.
• Ability to read and measure recipes.
• Able to apply basic knife skills required for preparation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high quality standards in food preparation and service.
• Assist chefs in executing service and maintaining sanitation.
• Ensure food quality meets specifications and requirements.
• Communicate effectively with management and staff.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Food slicing machine

Knives

Oven

Job description

Job Requirements

To include but not limited to:

• Providing and maintaining high quality standards and procedures in preparing and serving all food.
• Maintaining solid knowledge of all food products and is able to skillfully apply culinary techniques.
• Assisting as needed in execution of service.
• Maintains a solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation.
• Responsible for preparation of all aspects of restaurants foods, hot and cold; including banquets and special events.
• Ensuring that all food quality meets specifications and guarantees.
• Maintaining a solid knowledge, understanding and preparation of base sauces, stocks and soups.
• Regularly restocks all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Properly labeling and dating all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
• Keeping the kitchen, a clean, safe and sanitary environment in which to work; making sure all kitchen sanitation standards are met.
• Assisting the Chefs in all health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Assisting in lowering all food costs and wastes.
• Ensuring all products are rotating on a first-in, first-out philosophy.
• Ensuring all requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated area.
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Working as a team, assisting all guests’ and employees’ needs and inquiries.
• Effectively communicating with management, chefs and service staff in order to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and or other employees.
• Following all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division and department.
• Following all health and safety regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS: (Include equipment knowledge/use)

• 2 Years minimum experience in a similar position preferred.
• Basic comprehension of English oral and written language.
• Ability to read and measure recipes.
• Able to apply basic knife skills required for preparation.
• Knowledge of weights and measures.
• Exhibits a basic knowledge, understanding and application of various cooking techniques.
• Basic knowledge of cooking utensils and equipment, pots, pans, dish ware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, brazier, steam kettles.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation rules and regulations
• Experience with interior of hotels, in restaurants and kitchen areas, with exposure to humidity, steam and extreme temperatures.
• Exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.