Line Cook - Tequila Cowboy, Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Pittsburgh is looking for a Line Cook to handle ingredient preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate is punctual, assists colleagues, and follows health protocols.

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ability to work under extensive conditions, and effective communication skills are preferred. The role involves maintaining high standards of quality and presentation of food items.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pantry, prep, or line cook in a fast-paced environment preferred.
• Ability to distinguish flavors, spices, and odors.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain ingredients for cooking.
• Assist in food preparation and kitchen cleanliness.
• Ensure all food meets company standards of quality and presentation.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Sanitation practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cooking equipment

Safety gloves

Job description

Position Summary

This role's primary function of Line Cook will be responsible for the preparation of ingredients and stations used in the cooking process, as well as maintaining the kitchen and ensuring it is clean and sanitized. The ideal candidate believes in showing up on time for work, providing other employees with assistance in the kitchen as needed, and following all sanitary and health-related protocols. All duties are to be performed in accordance with Company policies, practices, and procedures, within the framework of TC Restaurant Group principles.

Training & Certification Requirements

• Line Cook 1
  • Completes Daily Prep Assignments
  • Prepares Salads
  • Portions Desserts
  • Maintains Cleanliness of Line and Prep Areas
• Line Cook 2
  • Ability to meet all requirements for Line Cook 1
  • Preparation and cooking of all fried foods
  • Ability to operate broiler and oven in accordance with kitchen needs
• Line Cook 3
  • Ability to meet all requirements for Line Cook 2
  • Correctly preps, seasons, and cooks all entrees, specifically meat, poultry, and seafood.
  • Assists Chefs in cutting meat while following specifications and quality standards
  • Responsible for overseeing the sauteing and grilling stations.

Essential Functions / Skills

• Reports to work on time and is on the prep station as indicated on the work schedule
• Preps all food to ensure that all items are prepared according to company specifications, recipes, procedures, plate presentation and quality standards
• Correctly prepares vegetables for salads; portions and plates salads and desserts and ensures that all food is prepared and served up to TCRG standards of quality, presentation, and timing
• Prepare equipment, small wares, plate ware, food ingredients, garnishes and supply items needed for effective operation of the station. Reports any problems or discrepancies to Sous Chef/Exec Chef on a timely basis.
• Rotates and restocks all pantry food items, condiments, plateware, smallware's, equipment and supplies throughout the shift to ensure sufficient stock and back-up levels for the demands of the business
• Checks, prior to the start of the shift, the par and stock levels of all salad ingredients, cold appetizers, dessert items, condiments, garnishes, equipment, chilled plates, and other service plateware and smallware's to ensure sufficient quantity for the demands of the business. Maintains sufficient back-up par levels
• Assists other kitchen personnel in food preparation and side work according to prep lists
• Communicates and coordinates with the food runners to ensure that all food product is prepared and ready for service at the correct time
• Correctly completes all station closing duties at the end of each shift. Assists Sous Chef/Chef and other kitchen team members in accomplishing closing duties and kitchen cleanliness.
• Maintains the highest degree of sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety for work area to include prep tables, counter tops, refrigeration units, floors, walls and shelving
• Uniform meets restaurant requirements and is maintained and clean
• Practices positive personal hygiene and cleanliness habits during all work shifts
• Accomplishes all job duties while adhering to all safety guidelines and practices throughout the shift. Immediately reports any unsafe condition or unsafe act, accidents and/or injuries to the Sous Chef/Exec Chef
• Perform all additional duties as assigned

Leadership Qualities

• Accountability
• Adherence to Policy
• Confidentiality
• Development
• Job skills knowledge
• Judgment
• Organization
• Productivity
• Punctuality
• Quality of work
• Teamwork
• Working relationships

Education / Working Knowledge / Experience Requirements

• Experience as a pantry, prep, or line cook in a fast paced, high volume, premium casual restaurant preferred
• Experience with fresh products preferred
• Must be able to taste to be able to distinguish between and among flavors, spices, temperatures, mouth feel and smell to distinguish between and among odors and scents as to their appeal and level of intensity for all food and beverage products
• Must be able to work in an environment subject to extreme cold 30 degrees, heat temperatures above 100 degrees, loud noises from restaurant equipment and machinery, and fumes, odors, dust, and smoke
• Must use cut gloves as that is a company requirement for all culinary personnel for safety
• Must be able to communicate effectively and listen attentively to supervisors, other team members, vendors, and guests
• Ability to understand communication in English
• Position may require work on nights, weekends, and holidays - Must be able to lift, handle, and carry food, small wares, equipment, supplies and paper goods at a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to constantly stand and exert well‑paced mobility for a period up to eight hours in length
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, reach and squat on a frequent basis to receive and store stock, supplies and equipment as well as to work the line during service periods
• Maintains good grooming habit

TC Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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