Restaurant Line Cook

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Meals

Referral bonus

Flexible hours

Job summary

A local restaurant chain is seeking a Line Cook in Longmont, CO. Responsibilities include preparing menu items, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting front-of-house staff. Candidates should have a solid understanding of food safety procedures and the ability to work well within a team in a busy environment. Competitive pay based on experience is offered, with opportunities for career advancement and a supportive ownership culture.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to prepare menu items according to company standards.
• Strong communication skills to work with the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and all equipment.
• Communicate with management regarding any issues.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Cleanliness

Communication

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

CyHawk Hospitality, Inc., franchisee for Perkins Restaurant is now hiring a Line Cook for our Perkins Restaurant in Longmont. Both day and night shifts are available.

Pay is $16 - $18, depending on experience.

Stop in any time to apply or apply online:

2051 North Main - Longmont

Benefits of working for us include:

• Supportive ownership that believes in family
• Closed on Christmas Day
• Yearly anniversary checks for continued employment*
• Free Employee Meals and family discounts*
• Competitive wages for your experience
• Paychecks delivered weekly
• Flexible hours & schedules
• Structured training program for all positions
• Referral bonus for great employees who recruit other great employees
• Career path that rewards you financially for your advancement within the company*Ask manager for details

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

• Prepares Cooking Items
• Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and at all times practices good person hygiene.
• Uses, maintains and cleans all kitchen equipment, plus preparation and storage areas.
• Stocks and rotates products on line to ensure they are within shelf life standards.
• Has sufficient knowledge of recipes, menu items and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning, quality, cooking time and performance standards.
• Prepares prep items according to guest request within company standards and following food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Controls Food Cost
• Ensures products are accurately portioned and ensures food products are prepared as specified by recipes.
• Utilizes FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items.
• Maintains Cleanliness
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers and storage areas
• Follows proper safety procedures and policies concerning food handling, rotation and storage
• Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift
• “Clean as you go” throughout the shift
• Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards
• Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed by the Kitchen manager or Manager on duty.
• Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
• Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems. Etc.
• Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.
• Assists Team Members
• Preps items according to recipes and procedures
• Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans and utensils
• Assist front of house staff with cleanliness of dining room
• Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff.

Disclaimer

This position description in not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.