East Austin Prep / Line CookEast Austin Hotel - Austin, TXOverviewLevel Experienced Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Any Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant - Food ServiceDescription JOB SUMMARY: A cook is someone who is responsible for preparing and seasoning various kinds of food items by following a prescribed recipe, with the aim of giving the customer an awesome service. Their main responsibilities are to prepare, cook, portion and serve food. To maintain scheduled station, both in prep and service periods.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure station is set up on time with quality standards checksWork clean and organizedTreat all work tools with respectConsistently produce food per standard recipe procedureEnsure all produced food meets chef's standardsHave complete understanding of plate preparationEnsure successful service periods by producing food per restaurant standardAct in accordance with stately policiesHave complete understanding of all menusMaster all assigned stationsMaintain proper sanitation and comply with all health code standardsCompete all opening and closing dutiesClose and or open the kitchen on a daily or nightly basisAssist in the training of new employeesAssist in protein fabrication, storage and rotationWork in a manner as to reduce wasteProvide prompt and courteous service to all guestsKeep food items in stations replenished and displayed attractivelyMaintain systems for effective food production specific to quality, quantity and timing.Maintain a high level of kitchen cleanliness and safe food handling practices.Follow standards for personal cleanliness, i.e., handwashing, proper head attire.Keep walk-in freezer and dry storage area organized.Maintain adequate inventory of food and beverages, cleaning supplies and paper products.Respond to guest needs and guests in an emergency situation.Wash serving equipment and return to storage after serving hours.Return reusable food supplies to proper storage and properly wrapping and dating fresh product and dispose of cooked food product.Perform preventative maintenance, polish stainless steel, replace filters, clean grease traps and linen maintenance.Perform additional duties as required.QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESMust be able to convey information and ideas clearlyAbility to read and follow instructionsVisual acuity to inspect and monitor food production as well as cleaning standardsMust be able to evaluate and choose alternate courses of action quickly and accuratelyMust be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessaryMust have the ability to gather information from all sources available and know how to use this information to best resolve a problem or needMust be effective in listening to and understanding the concerns and issues raised by other employees or customersMust be able to prioritize and delegate work as neededMust communicate effectively with all levels of managementMaintain high standards of personal appearance and groomingMaintain regular attendanceAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers and patronsMust have reliable transportationQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of high school diploma / equivalency, 3 years in a high-volume commercial kitchen.Must possess English Language Skills sufficient to fully comprehend job assignments, including the ability to read, write and communicate in fluent EnglishProven cooking experienceHold a current food handler's cardPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Working extended hours may be required as neededRegularly required to stand, walk, sit, use repetitive wrist and finger movement, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlWork standing on feet for extended periods of time, approximately 8+ hours per dayLifting 20 – 50 lbs.