At Linda Bean's Main Kitchen & Topside Tavern, we are committed to providing a quality dining experience to all our guests. We are searching for a qualified line cook to help prepare menu items under the guidance of our Head Chef. The line cook will play a vital role in upholding our food safety and cleanliness standards. In addition, the line cook will assist in restocking items, sanitizing equipment, and plating meals. Linda, Bean's Maine Kitchen & Topside Tavern is committed to creating memorable and delicious food experiences for our guests, and we recognize that having talented staff is essential to achieving this goal. If this sounds like you, we're excited to speak with you. Email a resume or stop in and fill out an application. We are hiring immediately!
This is a full-time, year-round position
Pay starts at $22-24 hourly, based on experience, and is paid weekly via direct deposit.
The Line Cook will have a variety of duties and responsibilities. The Line Cook will maintain the restaurant concept, menu, and operational standards,
Job Description and Responsibilities: Examples of these responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Be on time for your shift and be prepared and ready to work
Be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare the menu for service.
Prepare a variety of foods, including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold food items, in accordance with the Kitchen Recipe Bible.
Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for the allocated station
Cover, date, and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items
Notify the Chef or Sous Chef in advance of likely shortages
Serve menu items compliant with established standards
Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufacturers' instructions
Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times
Assist with receiving and properly putting away vendor orders as they are received
Keep the work area clean and organized all through the shift
Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately
Constantly use safe and hygienic food-handling practices
Return dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas
Assist with all duties as assigned by the Chef
Help with dish station as needed
Help with Prep Staff as Needed
Be ServSafe certified or willing to become certified within 90 days of hire.