Prep/Line Cook

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Prep/Line Cook

Westlake, TX
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

A hospitality team seeking a prep/line cook to prepare food, maintain safety standards, and support kitchen operations with teamwork and enthusiasm.

Requirements

  • Strong cooking and knife skills
  • Positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Good teamwork and communication
  • Able to lift up to 40 lbs

Qualifications

  • Food safety knowledge
  • Ability to stand long hours
  • Experience in kitchen environment

Full job description

We're looking for a friendly and enthusiastic cook to join our team. You'll be preparing delicious food according to our recipes and standards, ensuring high-quality service at all times.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare food following menus, recipes, and portions set by the Chef
  • Operate kitchen equipment and have a good knowledge of food items
  • Maintain food handling, safety, and sanitation standards while cooking, serving, and cleaning up
  • Follow the Chef's specifications and guidelines
  • Set up and break down your station in an orderly fashion and transport products from the café serving area
  • Ensure the quality and presentation of the food
  • Help teammates to complete all kitchen duties on time
  • Assist in other areas as needed

Skills:

  • Strong cooking and knife skills (Cut glove REQUIRED while cutting)
  • Positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Good teamwork and communication skills
  • Excellent presentation and customer service skills
  • Cheerful and helpful when dealing with customers
  • Able to lift, bend, and carry up to 40 lbs

***General Requirements***

General responsibilities when working a Cook job assignment can include:

  • Cook food items according to recipes and food production standards
  • Ensure food is safely prepared and at the proper temperature for consumption
  • Keep cooking station clean and orderly during shift
  • Comply with all sanitation and safety standards to ensure a safe work environment
  • Safely use and operate cooking appliances and utensils
  • Provide friendly and helpful customer service for guests as needed
  • Assist in ordering and receiving food products for the kitchen as needed
  • Work in a busy environment and standing for long periods of time
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