Northport
Job DescriptionThe Line Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in a timely and consistent manner, following established recipes and presentation standards. This role supports the overall dining experience by maintaining a clean, organized workstation and collaborating closely with the culinary team to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable meal. QUALIFICATION STANDARDS Education & Experience • 1-3 years line cook experience with high volume or fine dining., • Strong knife skills., • Suffolk County Food Managers Certificate preferred, • Takes great pride in the food they prepare and serve, • Being Multilingual helpful, • Shares the cultural belief that teamwork delivers resultsPhysical requirements:, • Ability to work required full-time shift., • Light work - Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects., • Prior experience in a professional kitchen or culinary environment preferred, • Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety, • Ability to follow recipes and plating guidelines with precision, • Excellent time management and multitasking skills, • Strong communication and teamwork abilities, • Dependable, punctual, and flexible with schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays), • Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and cleanliness, • Willingness to learn and take direction from chefs and supervisors, • Positive attitude and dedication to maintaining a collaborative kitchen environment, • Must adhere to all food safety and sanitation standards, • Follow proper procedures for storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients, • Maintain a clean, organized workstation in accordance with health and safety regulations DUTIES & FUNCTIONS Fundamental Requirements • Prepare meals according to recipe cards, • Set up and maintain workstation by following daily prep sheets according to forecast, • Complete the prep list in efficient manner and be ready for service, • Follow station sanitizing bucket standard according to Suffolk County Board of Health Requirements, • Proper storage of all walk ins and reach ins, • Strict adherence to Label & Date policy, • Follow and complete all daily opening and closing side work checklist that are assigned, • Practice all Suffolk County Safe Food Handling Standards, • Reading guest food tickets (dupes) and follow proper coursing, • Assist front of house teammates with guest requests and special orders, • Follow proper plating standards, • Assist in maintaining food cost controls at all times and reporting anything that might be a negative to our food cost Complete our short application today!