Lead Line Cook - Macau Kitchen

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Assist the Sous Chef with the training of line cooks and with the preparation of:

* Weekly work schedules and daily break schedules for the pantry staff.

* Daily food production schedule (conforming to cover forecast) and work assignments.

* Kitchen recipes

* Storeroom requisitions to maintain par levels.

* Ensures that all kitchen staff works in a sanitary, safe and productive manner.

* Portions and prepares food items such as soups, sauces, entree items and vegetables in accordance with printed orders and plating instructions, avoids waste in preparation.

* Ensures that all food going out on the service line is excellent regarding preparation, taste and presentation.

* Ensures that all kitchen work stations and storage areas are always kept clean and in good condition.

* Carries a calibrated thermometer to check prepared food for proper and safe temperatures.

* Uses protective gloves when preparing food.

* Follows the instructions of supervisors.

* Handles pressure during peak hours.

* Provides exceptional customer service.

* Works safely, following all established safety rules and regulations.

* Communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors and guests.

* Follows all relevant policies and procedures.

* Must comply with and enforce compliance with the company's recycling program standards.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

* Performs other duties as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Accountable to: Sous Chef

Accountable for: Line Cook

Qualifications:

* 18 years of age

* Must possess good communication skills.

* Must be able to work weekends, holidays and nights as needed.

* Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

* Must be able to speak, read and write English

Supervisory Responsibility:

Line Cooks

Work Environment:

Diverse, fast-paced, deadline driven, multi-project coordination, prioritizing and flexing to accommodate last minute requests and changes.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Preferred Education and Experience:

* High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.