Line Cook - Precision Prep & Plating Pro

Hireology; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hireology is seeking a line cook to accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products, and to prepare and portion items prior to cooking, including garnishes for plates. The role requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Duties include operating broilers, ovens, grills and fryers, maintaining quality and portion control, stocking stations, and keeping a clean, sanitary kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room staff.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work standing for long periods (up to 9 hours).

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 with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations for smooth service.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipes.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area and equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sauteing or other methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Closes the kitchen properly and assists others in closing.

Job description

Hireology is seeking a line cook to accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products, and to prepare and portion items prior to cooking, including garnishes for plates. The role requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Duties include operating broilers, ovens, grills and fryers, maintaining quality and portion control, stocking stations, and keeping a clean, sanitary kitchen.