What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook | Terrain Café | Westport position at Menus and Venues?
Role Summary
Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, and other food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing and preparing appropriate garnishes for all menu items.
Role Responsibilities
- Prep and cook food in a timely manner by following recipes and prep lists set forth by the Chef de Cuisine and BOH Managers
- Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
- Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products on line station to ensure a smooth service
- Handle, store and rotate all product properly
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, ovens, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
- Be a team player and help other stations when needed with prep and service
- Properly close station by following cleaning and closing checklists
- Follow sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and kitchen maintenance
- Ensure positive guest service by responding to guest complaints and taking appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests
- Aid managers in conducting orientation and oversee new employee training
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine and BOH Managers
Role Qualifications
- Previous food service experience preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with managers and co-workers
- Self-motivated and interested in taking on additional roles and responsibilities
- Flexible availability
- Must be able to take direction and learn in a fast-paced environment
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 45 pounds
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
- Be able to work in hot, wet, humid, and loud environments for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO Statement
URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
