Line Cook in Amarillo, Texas at Hoffbrau Steak & Grill House

All employees are expected to:

• Uphold the Hoffbrau Mission Statement.
• Have a team player attitude.
• Display hard working and honest character.
• Posses excellent people skills and display outgoing personalities.
• Speak to guests with enthusiasm and friendliness at all times.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Report to work as scheduled (no earlier than five minutes), in uniform, and ready to work.
• Maintain professional relationships with all coworkers.
• Follow checklists and standard operating procedures.
• Perform duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule.
• Provide the highest level of service in accordance with our standards.

Primary Job Functions:

• Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepares all food items ads directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the management team

Physical Demands

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing and working in congested areas.
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water.
• Must be able to withstand continuous walking, standing, bending and climbing stairs.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds when needed.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Smoking is not permitted on the premises.

Job Requirements:

• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience.
• Proven ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
• Must be able speak, read and understand basic cooking directions.
• Comprehensive understanding of the English language.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and managers.
• Required to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and some holidays.
• Required to purchase appropriate uniform upon hiring.

Certifications and/or Testing Required:

• Maintains a food handler’s permit.