LINE COOK
Are you someone who likes having fun at work and enjoys being part of a collaborative team? We are looking for motivated and hard-working individuals who are committed to providing first class customer service. If you want to be valued and make a difference at work, apply today! Our company offers an engaging work environment and a full line of great benefits to those who qualify!
As a Line Cook, you would be working on a variety of stations in a high-volume kitchen environment. Responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the guests through preparation, cooking, and food presentation. Takes leadership role during the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.
This part-time position reports to the Sous Chef, retains relationships with peers and all other departments within the hotel/restaurant, maintains relationships with current and prospective customers and guests.
As a Line Cook on our team, you will complete a variety of tasks which will include:
- Works in the designated station as set by Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.
- Able to organize the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders.
- Able to prepare and sell food within recommended time frames to meet guest expectations.
- Able to operate kitchen equipment like braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
- Able to produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for the guests.
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in the assigned work area.
- Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by the recipe, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklist.
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
- Have general knowledge of cooking temperatures, making soups & sauces, preparing entrees, vegetable preparation and a la carte cooking.
- Set-up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepare the dishes designated for that station.
- Checks supplies and prep lists and ensures all items are prepped in a timely fashion.
- Replenishes service lines as needed and restocks and prepares the workstation for the next shift.
- Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods and report any incidents to the Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Serve food in proper portions on to correct serving vessels and plates.
- Wash and disinfect kitchen area, workstations, tables, tools, knives and other equipment.
- Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.
- Assists in providing on the job training and development of new cooks.
- Assists other Team Members in the kitchen when needed or perform any other tasks assigned by the hotel management.
The position is ideal for someone with the following experience and qualities:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in similar role.
- Good personality and positive interpersonal skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to speak, read, write and understand English.
- Dependability and regular attendance.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Food Handlers Card.
Pay & Benefits:
- $17.00 per hour
- Employee Assistance Program
- 9 1/2 Paid Holidays
- 401k + 6 % Company Match
The Embassy Suites, Rockford Riverfront is owned and operated by Gorman & Company. Gorman is a trusted partner in the community, specializing in downtown revitalization, the preservation of affordable housing, workforce housing, and the adaptive reuse of significant historic buildings.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
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Gorman & Company
paid holidays, 401(k)
Oct 22, 2024 