Line Cook

Company: Birchwood Restaurant Group, LLC
Location: Ipswich
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Got Talent? Exceptional opportunity to bring your culinary talents, passion for creating unique dishes and desire to make your mark as Line Cook to our new eatery slated to open in established location near downtown Ipswich, MA. We are a new full service, upscale casual dining restaurant in a great location. The previous occupant ran a very successful restaurant for 25 years. The management team is focused on creating the perfect dining experience for its guests and an exciting work environment for its people, offering opportunities for career growth in a professional, yet casual, workplace. If you are a leader that leads with PRIDE (Passion, Respect, Integrity, Determination, Energy) then we are the place for you! Job Summary: Cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Inspect and clean, and maintain food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices. Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, fryers, roasters, and other kitchen equipment. Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock. Knows and complies consistently with the restaurant's standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures. Responsible for the quality of products served. Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to support a smooth service period. Handles, stores, and rotates all food products and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures. Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking. Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience. Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment. Portion, arrange, and garnish food, according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications and serve food to servers or guests. Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils. Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes. Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed. Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods. Closes the kitchen following the closing checklist for kitchen stations and assists others in closing the kitchen. Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement. Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests' needs and support the operation of the restaurant. Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations. Perform additional duties as assigned Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $38,000 - $42,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

Keywords: Birchwood Restaurant Group, LLC, Lynn , Line Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Ipswich, Massachusetts