Line Cook

Company: LUMINAIRE/ LAS BIS
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Position SummaryThe Line Cook position for Landrace Group Inc. is an individual who is dedicated to execute a menu and recipes set by the executive chef. They are responsible for operating the mechanics of the assigned station in accordance with the standards and expectations of Luminaire. We offer competitive wages, career progression and professional development.Essential Functions -

• Washes, cuts, slices, dices, and prepares fruits and vegetable for salads, desserts, or further cooking.
• Weighs or measures ingredients as directed by chefs.
• Cuts or slices individual serving portions as directed.
• Assists in unloading, inspecting, and storing incoming food and cleaning supplies and verifying packing - - lists.
• Assists chefs by preparing simple menu items and performing duties such as stirring soups or sauces, mashing or ricing vegetables.
• Assists chefs by filling bread baskets and plating appetizers, soups, salads, entr--es, and desserts for diners.
• Keeps kitchen clean and orderly by washing counters and cooking utensils, and by cleaning stoves, ovens, grills, and refrigerators.
• Follows all safety and health rules for sanitary food handling and kitchen cleanliness. -Additional Responsibilities
  • Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently
  • Set up and work assigned station at the required level--- Consistently execute menu items while following current restaurant recipes--- Work in a professional manner with co-workers--- Taste all food at any required moment before and during service--- Follow all food safety practices and kitchen safety practices--- Must be able to improve upon existing skill set
    • Assumes other duties as assigned by company management.Training and Experience
      • At least a year's training at a culinary institute or previous restaurant training and experience required. - (Actual duties assigned may vary according to amount of previous training, experience, and ability.)
      • Sufficient strength and dexterity to handle heavy pots and pans and to operate kitchen equipment.
      • Cooperative attitude in performing a variety of tasks as assigned.Skills and Knowledge -
        • Food Safety knowledge
        • Sanitation knowledge
        • Basic Knife Skills
        • Ability to take direction with the great attitude
        • Knowledge of workplace safety procedures--- - Excellent communicator, ability to understand, speak and follow written and verbal instructions--- - Team oriented--- - Prioritize and multi-taskingEnvironment and Physical Demands
          • Must be able to walk and stand during entire shift
          • Reaches, bends and stoops frequently
          • Remain stationary for long periods of time
          • Must be able to safetly lift and carry up to 50+ lbs
          • Frequent washing of hands
          • Hazards include, but are not limited to slipping, burns, cuts and tripping

Keywords: LUMINAIRE/ LAS BIS, Austin , Line Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Austin, Texas