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Chatham Bars Inn is seeking to hire a full-time, year-round Line Cook with benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, 401 K, vacation-time and sick-time.
Responsibilities of the Line Cook include but are not limited to the preparation and cooking of menu items for the various kitchens. The Line Cook will efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. The Line Cook performs other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation with efficiency, proper presentation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.
Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
Completes required tasks within assigned time frames
Tracks and reports any food waste
Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Opens and/or closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen
Cooks only items generated from the restaurant point-of-sale system
Performs related duties such as helping to wash dishes as needed, preparing recycling, cleaning around restaurant and help with any other projects as assigned by the kitchen manager
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager-on-duty
Requirements:
2 years or more of experience in the culinary field
High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English with guests, co-workers, and management personnel
Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations
Ability to perform job functions with attention to details, speed, and accuracy
Ability to prioritize, organize, work and follow through with assigned tasks. Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment
Ability to work well under the pressure of meeting production schedules and timeliness of food displays
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time while maintaining a high level of professionalism
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Contribute to the growth and success of the team
Ability to maintain a clean, neat and organized work environment
Ability to follow recipes; able to increase or decrease recipe as needed
Demonstrates good knife skills
Ability to season food properly
Ability to properly follow all processes that are in place
Understands how to read contracts and order tickets
Reports to: The Executive Chef
Nature of Employment: This position is at-will. Employment with the Company is voluntarily entered into and you may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and for any reason or no reason. Similarly, the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and for any reason or no reason.
Job Offers are contingent upon successfully passing the background check and completing the Form I9.
Online applications available at: https://careers.chathambarsinn.com/