Line Cook
The Lower Tavern
Eastsound, WA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17.50–$18 Per Hour
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Detail Oriented, Food Safety, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Ingredient Preparation, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Mobile Devices, Organizational Skills, Portion Control, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Recycling, Shipping/Receiving, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Eastsound, WA
POSTED
2 days ago
The Hot Side Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and quality standards. This role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and supporting the overall efficiency of the kitchen. Hot Side Cooks must demonstrate strong attention to detail, consistency in preparation, and a commitment to food safety and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare ingredients and stations for service, following prep lists and recipes as found in the Tavern Back of House Manual
- Cook menu items to order, ensuring quality, portion control, and presentation
- Set up and stock prep stations with necessary supplies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation
- Assist with receiving, stocking, and rotating inventory
- Communicate effectively with other kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate orders
- Handle kitchen equipment safely and correctly
- Support other stations or tasks as needed
- Create daily specials and make daily soup
- Use the handheld POS to cash out To Go orders at the backdoor and process payments and provide correct change or receipts as needed
- Take out trash, recycling, and compost as needed
- Clean floors, surfaces, and complete opening and closing duties as assigned
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Previous kitchen or line cook experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
- Strong work ethic and a team-oriented mindset
- Strong communication and time-management skills
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage + tip share
- Employee discount
- Flexible scheduling
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