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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates proficiency in food preparation, safety, and sanitation practices while effectively managing high-pressure situations in a full-service restaurant environment. Possesses strong culinary knowledge and the ability to work collaboratively within a team or independently.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Food Safety KnowledgeProfessional Cooking SkillsFood Handlers PermitHigh-Volume Kitchen ExperienceKnife Handling Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Food PreparationRecipe FollowingPortion ControlCooking TechniquesSanitation ProceduresKitchen Equipment MaintenanceFIFO MethodologyQuality Service CommitmentProblem-Solving AbilitiesOrganizational Skills
Soft Skills
Professional CommunicationTeam CollaborationStress ManagementAdaptabilityFeedback Reception
Certifications & Qualifications
Food Handlers Permit
Industry Keywords
Full-Service RestaurantLine Cook ExperienceHigh-Pressure EnvironmentCulinary KnowledgeSanitary Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Set up station according to guidelines
- Prepare all food items as directed in a quality, sanitary, and timely manner
- Learn and follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications
- Ensure proper food safety and sanitation for a safe work environment and customer safety
- Cut, sauté, broil, and cook meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, salads, desserts, and other ingredients
- Restock items throughout the shift using the First In, First Out (FIFO) methodology
- Clean and maintain the kitchen and prep kitchen
- Properly use and maintain all kitchen equipment
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas
- Perform additional responsibilities as required
- Facilitate hundreds of covers per shift while maintaining professional behavior in a high-pressure environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School diploma or GED
- Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
- Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
- At least 1 year of previous prep or line cook experience
- Must have valid Food Handlers Permit
- Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
- Ability to deal with multiple personalities in a high stress environment
- Professional communication and interaction skills
- Ability to take direction and receive feedback
- Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Problem-solving abilities; self-motivated and organized
- Strong commitment to quality service and food/culinary knowledge
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to work with others to solve problems and create solutions
- Full-service restaurant line experience in a high-volume environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Excellent benefits
- Generous PTO
- Flexible scheduling
- Remote work opportunities
- Paid parental leave
- Safe harbor 401k match
- Paid holidays
- Employee discounts
- Family friendly culture supporting work life balance
- Up to 19 days of PTO accrued per year
- Up to 8 company holidays