Line Cook/Prep

  • Full-Time
  • Corona, CA
  • Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen In Corona
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

Title:

LINE COOK

Reports to:

Kitchen Manager

Summary of Position:

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Duties & Responsibilities:

§ Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.

§ Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.

§ Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.

§ Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.

§ Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.

§ Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.

§ Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.

§ Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.

§ Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.

§ Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.

§ Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.

§ Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.

§ Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications:

§ A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.

§ At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.

§ Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.

§ Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.

§ Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (8 or more hours).

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Weekends

Work Location:

  • One location

Hours per week:

  • 20-29
  • 30-39

Job Duties:

  • Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
  • Follow recipes and presentation specifications
  • Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently
  • Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety and sanitation
  • Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
  • Restock items as needed throughout the shift
  • Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
  • Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

This Job Is:

  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Company's website:

  • lunammk.com

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply
  • Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

  • No
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