Line Cook

Description

Job Purpose

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing the food items in the pantry, fry and/or stations or other areas in the kitchen. He/she is also responsible for cleaning and maintaining the station in practicing good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills. A Line Cook works as a team member in a dynamic workplace, and follows all the safety procedures, and must have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Preparing all the food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Preparing the kitchen before the arrival of the chefs
• Cleaning the kitchen before and after food service
• Preparing ingredients beforehand, like cleaning and chopping the vegetables.
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Cooking dishes under the supervision of the chef
• Giving suggestions to the chef regarding new preparations and the menu
• Help the chef in training the new staff
• Follows the General Rules & Regulations of Bally’s Tiverton, and performs other tasks that shall be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Has knowledge of standard cooking, baking and grilling techniques.
• Possesses excellent communication skills.
• Works cooperatively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Has the ability to perform calmly under pressure.
• Uses critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly.
• Manages time effectively

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Physical/Mental Requirements

Constant standing; walking; using hand to finger; handling or feeling objects, tools or controls; reaching with hands and arms; talking or hearing. Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Occasionally sitting, climbing, or balancing; lifting and/or moving up to 50lbs.

Working Conditions

May be exposed to noise, smoke, and odors. Environment may be hot, cold, wet, humid or loud for long periods of time. Working with others and independently.

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