Line Cook

Line Cook – Armando’s Mexican Restaurant

Pay: $10.00 – $12.50 / hrly

Job Details: Line Cook

SUMMARY OF POSITION
accurately & efficiently prepares orders to go using our standard portions and food assembly guide lines. Cook & prepare a variety of food products using a variety of equipment according to the Daily Prep List. Also perform other duties in the areas of food & final plate preparation including plating & garnishing cooked items.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepares a variety of hot & cold food items ready to use for to go orders.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of every shift for assigned duties.
• Understands & complies with our consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, product presentation & kitchen rules, policies & procedures.
• Handles, stores & rotates all products properly.
• Maintains a clean & sanitary work station at all times.
• Stocks & maintains sufficient product levels to ensure a smooth service period. Restocks pars for next shift. Carries supplies/deliveries into prep kitchen & basement storage area.
• Follows our standard recipe card for preparation of all products.
• Promptly reports equipment and / or food quality problems to Kitchen Manager.
• Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of any product or ingredient shortages.
• Closes the kitchen properly & follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists co-workers in closing the kitchen.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or the Manager on Duty.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation & cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers & kitchen personnel.
• Night & weekend availability required.
• Must be able to bend, stoop & frequently lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.