Line Cook in Troy, Michigan at La Saj Lebanese Bistro

LINE COOK

Prepare line according to Kitchen Manager. Preps and cooks products assigned to his/her station

Job Tasks

1. Prepares meats, seafood, vegetables and other items required for line

and catering.

1. Carefully follows standard recipes when prepping and preparing all items.
2. Uses food prep equipment according to manufacturers instructions
3. Keeps work station clean at all times
4. Returns unused food to proper storage areas
5. Assists with preparation of other food products on serving line as needed
6. Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices
7. Returns soiled food prep utensils and other smallwares to proper areas
8. Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portioning sizes and recipe specifications
9. Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls, cooking equipment and refrigeration
10. Closes the kitchen properly
11. Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
12. Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to Kitchen Manager

Informs Kitchen Manager immediately of product shortages

Reports to: Kitchen Manager

Supervises: No supervisory duties

Qualifications:

· Preferably 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and

cooking but will train those serious about cooking

· Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen personnel

and service staff

· Ability to bend, reach, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds

· Ability to work in a standing position for long periods

· Good organizational skills

· Good understanding of basic math skills