What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at MORYS ASSOCIATION INC?
Private club in New Haven has a year-round position open for an experienced line cook. Candidate must be able to work independently expediting a very busy pantry station. Must be able to read recipes and work with food processing equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
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.
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, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
Prepares item for broiling, 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.
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef, Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.
Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
Must be able to follow printed recipes and plate specifications
Must maintain personal hygiene in accordance to New Haven Health Department standards for Food Service Employees.
Servsafe Certification.
Kitchen Hours of Operation
Monday - Saturday 11:30am-10:00pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week
Salary : $19 - $20