Line Cook (RIM Restaurant)

La Familia Cortez Restaurants; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

La Familia Cortez Restaurants is seeking a Line Cook to handle daily food preparation in the grill, fry and other kitchen areas. This is a team position with 3 to 5 crewmembers working in a demanding environment, requiring calm, effective performance under pressure.

The role includes following LFCR policies and maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation. Responsibilities include preparing items, setting up stations, following recipes and presentation standards, restocking, and assisting

Qualifications

• Certified Texas Food Handlers.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow LFCR policies, procedures and regulations.
• Be a role model with professionalism, honesty and integrity.
• Work as part of a team of 3–5 crewmembers in a high‑pressure kitchen.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Maintain quality and presentation of all served products.
• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines and follow recipes.
• Restock items as needed and handle food items safely and properly.
• Keep station clean with good safety, sanitation and organization.
• Assist with prep tasks during off‑peak periods and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Line Cook Job Description

It is the Line Cook's role to be responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the grill, fry and/or other areas of the kitchen. In addition, this is a team position. The line consists of 3 to 5 crewmembers working side‑by‑side in a very demanding environment. A Line cook must be able to work calmly and effectively under pressure. Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by other Team Leaders and/or Managers at any time.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Understand and practice all LFCR policies, procedures, and regulations;
• To act as a role model to co‑workers by displaying a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity;
• To be the best Teammate in a Teamwork environment. Always go out of your way to help your co‑workers;
• Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner;
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served;
• Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines;
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant;
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes;
• Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift;
• Handles, stores, and rotates all food items properly;
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills;
• Assists in food prep assignments during off‑peak periods as needed;
• Full understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station;
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk‑in coolers, and all storage areas;
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by other Team Leaders and/or Manager at any time;

Qualifications

• Certified Texas Food Handlers

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described below include but are not limited to those that must be met by the candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Treasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Ability to lift and move objects between 45-60 pounds;
• Ability to stand 90% of the time;
• Ability to climb stairs;
• Ability to work in an environment with extreme temperature changes;