A Line Cook excels in adhering to recipes, using standardized ingredients, and meeting food distribution expectations. They possess comprehensive knowledge of regulations and techniques crucial for ensuring food safety and preventing the presence of food-borne pathogens and contaminants. This includes maintaining safe cooking and storage temperatures, following proper washing procedures, and ensuring tools and preparation areas are kept clean and adequately sanitized.
Duties & Responsibilities
-Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
-Memorizing recipes, policies, procedures, and standard portion sizes
-Ensuring Chef has all necessary ingredients in stock for menu completion
-Preparing dishes such as salads or simpler menu items
-Preparing ingredients and components of each menu recipe
-Maintaining product freshness and rotating out old items
-Seasoning and preparing ingredients for cooking
-Collaborating with a team of Cooks to manage varying activity levels
-Upholding a clean, sanitary, and safe workspace to prevent contamination
-Adhering to all kitchen health and safety regulations and guidelines