Line Cook
(Sommelier and Chef Jobs:
Restaurants)
Full Time
La Playa Carmel
Carmel,
California
Summary of Position:
The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking all of the hot/cold food items while maintaining quality standards set by the Hotel.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare all items listed on daily prep lists, following standard procedure or as otherwise directed by supervisor, regularly checking product and maintaining high quality at all times.
- Organize prepped food by day/function and group name. Only mark items off prep list when this is complete.
- Check portion control: weights and counts before, during and after prep.
- Fire food for service. Serve on service line.
- Follow proper storage procedures when removing food from walk-in or returning food to walk-in. First in First Out (FIFO)
- Maintain cleanliness of work area at all times. Follow "clean as you go" policy.
- Maintain walk-ins, prep area and all equipment up to Health Department, State and Hotel standards.
- Assist in other areas of the kitchen, as necessary.
- Assist in transporting food and equipment to other areas on property for satellite service.
- Other supportive functions as determined by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma preferred
Experience: Minimum 3 years cooking and prep work experience required.
Certificates or Licenses: Food Handlers card
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to clean with abrasive kitchen cleansers
- Basic math skills necessary to understand and implement recipes and measurements
- Good hand/eye coordination needed to use all kitchen equipment, i.e. choppers, graters, mixers, etc…
- Proficient ability with knife skills & cutting terminology including brunoise, dice, chop, julienne, etc…
- Ability to reach and place items on a hot line
- Ability to work in confined spaces at extreme temperatures
- Ability to grasp, lift, carry, push or pull products up to 200 pounds.
- Ability to memorize, perform and adhere to the La Playa Handbook Standards
- Capability to cook meats, seafood, and other proteins to required temperatures without compromising quality
Personal Characteristics:
- Behaves ethically
- Communicates effectively: Speaks and listens in a clear, thorough, and timely manner, effectively reading and writing, using the English language to communicate with other employees and guests
- Professional Appearance: Exhibits an appropriate and professional appearance at all times
- Driven to improve technical abilities and succeed professionally
Working Conditions:
- Attendance as scheduled is a critical element in all positions at La Playa.
How To Apply
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