Summary

This Lead Line Cook requires previous line, fine dining, catering or hospitality experience as well as good communication skills; must be able to perform all basic and intermediate cooking skills, ability to perform in a fast paced, high volume environment.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sets up and stocks stations with all necessary supplies, notifies Chef in advance of likely shortages. Prepares food for service, cooks menu items in cooperation with Chef's Specifications. • Follows proper plate presentation and garnishes set up for all dishes. Cleans up stations, handles leftover food and assists in closing the kitchen. Stocks inventory appropriately. Ensures that food comes out simultaneously in high quality and in a timely fashion. Complies with sanitation regulations and safety standards, uses safe and hygienic food handling practices and keeps the kitchen stations fresh all through the shift. Ensures all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately. Maintains a positive and professional approach with team members and customers Assists in all kitchen duties assigned by Chef as needed. Qualifications Proven cooking skills and experience or culinary school background required. Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures. Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks and following the instructions. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Be able to reach, bend, stoop, lift and work in a standing position for long periods of time. Must be flexible with work schedules.

Employee Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have read this job description and I understand all the job duties and responsibilities contained herein. I acknowledge that I am able to perform the essential tasks as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of the company without it being specifically included in the job description.