Line Cook-Reston

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

Job summary

A renowned restaurant in Virginia is seeking a Line Cook to prepare food according to the Executive Chef’s specifications. The ideal candidate will manage food stations, prep ingredients, and cook menu items alongside a collaborative kitchen staff. A strong focus on quality and timeliness is essential. Candidates should have experience in the food service industry and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Culinary degrees are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality.
• Food handler's card may be required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock food stations with necessary supplies.
• Prep needed food items for service.
• Execute menu items according to specifications.
• Cook menu items with the kitchen staff.
• Ensure high quality in food preparation.
• Clean up station and handle leftover food.
• Stock inventory of stations.
• Certify nutrition and sanitation regulations are met.

Skills

Cooking experience

Understanding of menu items

Prepping ingredients

Various cooking methods

Multitasking in high volume kitchen

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 or 4 year culinary degree

Job description

The Line Cook prepares food exactly to the Executive Chef’s specifications and manages all food stations for menu execution.

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, food items, equipment, etc.
• Multitask in a high volume kitchen
• Basic math and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation
• Continuous reaching, bending, lifting, carrying items up to 30 lbs.
• Stand and move around for the entirety of the scheduled shift

Education/Experience

• Have a high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality field
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations