Line Cook

POSITION: Line Cook

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Line Cook is responsible for executing food production in high-volume and fast-paced short order kitchen. Reporting to the Executive Chef and the Culinary Director, the Line Cook will execute food production and service while establishing and maintaining standards of operation in the areas of food quality, timeliness of food, cleanliness, and maintenance for all customers & guests on a regular basis. The ideal Line Cook works quickly, cleanly, and efficiently with passion and enthusiasm ensuring the quality of products and services delivered to guests, as well as maintaining high standards for the staff and the brand set across the company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares dishes consistently with our standard cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Portion specifications in accordance with consumer tastes, nutritional needs, product specifications, ease of preparation and established procedures.
• Evaluates food products to assure that quality standards are consistently maintained
• Maintain complete knowledge of and compliance with all Health & Safety and company Employment policies/service procedures/standards as these relate to the kitchen and culinary team.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation including tables, shelves, grills, range, storage containers, refrigeration equipment.
• Closes the line properly according to closing checklist for kitchen stations.
• Prepared to uphold policies, procedures, and systems to improve our business, service, retention, and magic of the Veselka experience.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 50lbs and work on one’s feet for an extended period of time;
• Experience in the hospitality industry with a background in food service;
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects at once;
• Strong communication skills working in a team environment;
• Accountability for order accuracy and timeliness;
• NYC DOH food handler’s permit card and/or ServSafe is a plus