Line Cook: Precise Prep & Impeccable Presentation

Tandem Hospitality Group LLC; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Hospitality Group LLC in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Line Cook to prepare high-quality meals according to recipes and standards, while keeping a clean, sanitary station and presenting food impeccably for guests.

Responsibilities include mise-en-place, portioning, cooking a variety of items, sauces, proper storage, and teamwork to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business at Wyndham Fort Smith.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent vocational training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties with accuracy, speed and courtesy.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work with staff and guests.
• Proper food safety training and certification as described by law.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect all necessary mise-en-place to prepare menu for service.
• Weigh and measure ingredients for cooking.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable and cold items.
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for allocated station.
• Cover, date and store all food items per safe handling procedures.
• Inform chef of likely shortages in advance.
• Ensure the correct temperature of food.
• Taste all food items for quality before serving.
• Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
• Close the kitchen correctly and follow closing checklists.
• Maintain an organized and sanitized work area at all times.
• Practice safe and hygienic food handling.
• Return dirty utensils to appropriate areas.
• Assist staff with other duties as assigned by kitchen manager.
• Sanitize refrigerators and storerooms.
• Operate and maintain kitchen appliances.
• Perform record keeping and reports generation duties.
• Order and take delivery of food and supplies.
• Report maintenance or equipment issues to the manager.
• Maintain outstanding working relationships with staff, guests and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Teamwork

Food safety training

Food prep skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tandem Hospitality Group LLC in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Line Cook to prepare high-quality meals according to recipes and standards, while keeping a clean, sanitary station and presenting food impeccably for guests.

Responsibilities include mise-en-place, portioning, cooking a variety of items, sauces, proper storage, and teamwork to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business at Wyndham Fort Smith.