Line Cooks

Flo's Collection; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Flo's Collection is seeking a dependable line cook to join our kitchen. The role focuses on food preparation, following recipes and portioning items to standard sizes while maintaining a clean work area and adhering to safety practices.

The candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, lift up to 40 pounds, and communicate effectively in English with the team. Prior experience is welcome but not required, and Serve Safe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience is preferred but not required.
• Must have basic food safety knowledge or be Serve Safe certified.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other items.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food at line stations.
• Portion foods according to standard sizes and recipes.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and equipment.
• Follow plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Assist in closing the kitchen and other duties as assigned.
• Be able to lift 40 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively in English with team members.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen cleanliness

Policy adherence

Team player

English communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Serve Safe certification

Tools

Basic kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

4 Major Roles:

1. Adhering to Policies & Procedures

2. Food Preparation

3. Maintain Kitchen Cleanliness

4. Recipe & Spec Adherence

Purpose:

Our purpose is to bring individuals together through the power of hospitality and shared experiences, while being the communities #1 Food and Beverage Partner.

We take great pride in our Core Values and we are looking for likeminded people to join our team!! If you exhibit the following traits, we want you!!

• Committed to Excellence
• GRIT
• Resilience
• Open & Honest
• United By Care

Capacity Requirements:

Mental Capacity: Skills, learned abilities, training, experience, and knowledge.

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience preferred but not necessary
• Demonstrate cooking skills and be able to follow printed recipes and plate specifications.
• Able to excel in a guest and team-oriented environment
• The employee must have the ability to take direction in a positive manner.
• The employee must have basic food safety knowledge and/or be serve safe certified. Must get 90% or above on food safety quiz.
• Knowledge of basic kitchen equipment operations & maintenance.

Physical Capacity:Stamina, physical demands, energy, and tenacity.

• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift 40 pounds
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced and hot environment.
• Must have regular, reliable & dependable transportation & attendance.

Emotional Capacity:How you relate to others.

• Attends all scheduled team member meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Effective English communication skills, both verbal & written to clearly commu