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. 

• 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.