Line Cook (Seasonal, Part-Time or Per Diem)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Ames Farm Inn is seeking PT or Per Diem Line Cooks for our family-style breakfast and lunch restaurant.

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of menu items to meet the restaurant's quality standards. The Line Cook plays a vital role in executing orders efficiently while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment. This role requires precision, consistency, and teamwork to ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Prepares and cooks menu items according to established recipes, portions, and quality standards, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Works on various stations, including grilling and frying, as assigned by the Lead Cook or Restaurant Manager.
• Assists with food ticket management to ensure orders are completed on time and plated correctly.
• Monitors food preparation and cooking times to meet service expectations.
• Ensures that food safety, sanitation, and allergen procedures are followed throughout preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Assists the Prep Cook in preparing ingredients when necessary, including cutting, portioning, and prepping breakfast products, produce, meats, and sauces.
• Collaborates with the Lead Cook and communicates effectively with front end serving team to maintain efficient kitchen flow during peak times.
• Assists with restocking the line, ensuring all necessary ingredients and supplies are available during shifts
• Reports equipment or supply issues to the Lead Cook or Restaurant Manager.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of workstations and assists with overall kitchen cleanliness at the end of shifts.
• Follows proper storage and labeling practices to maintain food freshness and minimize waste.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities :

Reports to :

Lead Cook or Restaurant Manager