Job Title: Line Cook
Last Revised: 5/23/16
Department: Food Service
Direct Supervisor: Executive Chef
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary: A line cook is responsible for the preparation of all foods prepared in a commercial kitchen.
Ensures that all aspects of the Food Service SOPS are followed while striving to achieve profitability for the company
Essential Job Duties:
Responsible for all aspects of customer service.
Expected to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction through excellent service
Interact directly with customers at work station
Responsible for preparation of both hot and cold foods, may be required to use one or more of the following pieces of equipment:
Pizza Oven
Charbroiler
Griddle
Steam Table
Blast Chiller
Combitherm
Wok
Tilt Skillet
Fryer
Convection Oven
Responsible for the packing/merchandising/labeling of merchandise as well as ensuring that items are properly rotated and that price integrity is being enforced according to company standards
Cutting, weighing and packaging of deli meats and prepared foods
Quality control
Follow all rules and regulations of various government and regulatory agencies
Follow all company programs, philosophies and mission statements.
Ensure that all equipment is in safe working condition and properly maintained
Other Job Duties:
Understand and follow recipes
Maintain production and dump logs to ensure that expectations of the company are being met
Restock all plastic and paper goods (utensils, bags, cups, napkins), drinks and condiments
All aspects of setup/breakdown for service line and back kitchen if needed
Cleaning, including washing dishes, trash and box disposal, sanitation of all surfaces, sweeping, mopping
Answer departmental phone
Make store announcements regarding kitchen specials
Perform demonstrations when necessary
Perform all other duties as directed by upper management
Working Conditions:
Fast paced environment
Extremely hot and cold temperatures: Warehouse/kitchen (100 degrees +); Chill (35 degrees); Freezer (10 degrees below zero)
Potential Hazards:
Work with hot pans, serving trays, grill, oven, steamer, fryer, etc.
Work with chemicals for sanitation and cleaning
Work with knives and slicing machinery
Physical Requirements:
18 years or older (operates heavy machinery)
Stand for long periods of time (4-10 hrs), frequent walking around department and to other parts of the store
Carry up to 80 pounds, push and pull up to 1000 pounds, frequent motions of arms and hands to prepare food products, bend and reach for products stored at lower or higher levels
Mental Requirements:
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to listen to directions and follow through independently
Must posses a pleasant, patient and friendly attitude towards customers and other associates.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
Highly organized
Attention to detail
Additional Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to work different shifts, early morning, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight shifts and anything that may be deemed necessary by the demands of the business
May be required to pass a physical culinary skills test
May be required to pass a written culinary skills test
Compensation:
Starting rate (as deemed by current pay schedule) or commensurate with experience
The preceding information of this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification.
It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
Management has the right to add to, revise or delete information in this description.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Brand: Times Supermarket
Address: 94-1249 Meheula Parkway Mililani, HI - 96789
Property Description: 1028 Times Mililani
Property Number: 1028