Line Cook: Precision Prep for High-Volume Service

Barcelona Wine Bar; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent dining establishment in Stamford, Connecticut is seeking a skilled Line Cook to prepare food following the Executive Chef’s specifications. The role involves managing food stations, ensuring high-quality meal execution, and maintaining sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience, and multitask well in a high volume kitchen. A high school diploma is preferred, along with culinary training and several years of food service experience. This position emphasizes teamwork and communication in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the food service/hospitality field.
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies.
• Prep all needed food items for service.
• Execute menu items according to specifications and standards.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality.
• Clean up station and take care of any leftover or 'bad' food according to the chef.
• Stock inventory of stations.
• Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept.

Skills

Cooking experience

Clear understanding of menu items

Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients

Strong grasp on various cooking methods

Multitask in a high volume kitchen

Basic math and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

2 or 4 year culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

A prominent dining establishment in Stamford, Connecticut is seeking a skilled Line Cook to prepare food following the Executive Chef’s specifications. The role involves managing food stations, ensuring high-quality meal execution, and maintaining sanitation standards. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience, and multitask well in a high volume kitchen. A high school diploma is preferred, along with culinary training and several years of food service experience. This position emphasizes teamwork and communication in a dynamic kitchen environment.