Line Cook in Seattle, Washington at Ascend Hospitality Group

Our Stanford's Restaurant located in Seattle, WA is currently looking for a full-time experienced skilled Line Cook. We are open 7 days a week serving lunch and dinner. Candidates need to be friendly, hardworking, flexible, team players, and able to communicate in English. Must be able to work weekends.

What we offer Full-Time employees –

• Professional, friendly, and supportive work environment where you are celebrated and valued as an integral part of our team and our success
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Company sponsored medical, vision and dental insurance
• Employee meal discount

Pay Rate:

$22 - $25 per hour based on experience plus a percentage of any service charges

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Set up and stock workstations with all necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Ensure proper food handling, hygiene, and cleanliness by following food safety guidelines and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Assist in food prep (chopping, slicing, marinating, etc.) as needed.
• Monitor food quality to ensure consistency and portion control.
• Maintain station organization and keep cooking utensils, tools, and equipment in good working order.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations, including communicating with servers and other cooks to manage order flow.
• Manage cooking times to ensure dishes are cooked to order and delivered on time.
• Assist in inventory control by tracking stock levels and notifying supervisors when supplies are low.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of food products, including refrigeration, thawing, and rotation, to prevent waste and spoilage.
• Follow health and safety standards to prevent accidents, injuries, and foodborne illnesses.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas at the end of the shift or as needed during service.
• Assist with training new kitchen staff or line cooks as necessary.

Requirements:

• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Knowledge of and ability to consistently prepare all food recipes and sub-recipes as instructed
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
• Ability to expedite tickets accurately and timely, and read/understand the kitchen monitors or printed tickets, behind the cooks’ line.
• Proper cooling and storing practices per health department rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment; manage time effectively, and work well in a team environment.
• At all times during employment, you must have a valid State Health Card and any other government-required cards.
• A desire to learn, and grow, and a passion for progress in this career.