Hospitality Sector: Line Cook job vacancy
The company operates in the hospitality sector, focusing on delivering high-quality culinary experiences.
Job Summary:
| Education | Certificate in Culinary Arts (preferred) |
|---|---|
| Experience | At least one (1) year as a Line Cook, Restaurant Cook, or Prep Cook |
| Working Hours | Varies based on restaurant needs |
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning and Organisation
- Conduct inventory checks of food items and supplies, monitoring spoilage and expiration dates, and completing restock lists as needed.
- Assist in the storage, stocking, and requisitioning of goods.
- Support stock-taking activities.
- Prepare work areas to receive new shipments of food and supplies.
Food Preparation and Cooking
- Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products.
- Prepare and organise food items for cooking.
- Cook food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, or other methods according to recipes and standards.
- Perform portion control and minimise waste to keep costs within forecasted ranges.
- Plate and present dishes according to Head Chef’s guidance.
- Restock ingredients and maintain prep times to ensure timely service.
- Deliver consistently excellent quality across all meal offerings.
Team Support and Service
- Guide and motivate assistants to work efficiently.
- Communicate effectively with wait staff to meet special requests and food allergy considerations.
Sanitation and Safety
- Maintain a clean and orderly workstation, kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves.
- Sterilise utensils, instruments, and equipment after use.
- Adhere to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
- Clean and sanitise cooking surfaces at the end of each shift.
- Report equipment issues, maintenance needs, and safety hazards to the Head Chef immediately.
Other Duties
- Ensure kitchen operation procedures are followed.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Up-to-date knowledge of culinary trends and techniques.
- Excellent culinary skills and sound knowledge of food safety regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
- Highly customer service-oriented with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and stand for long periods.
- High standards of personal presentation.
- Accuracy and speed in task execution.
- Initiative, adaptability, and excellent time-management skills.
- Team player with the ability to support colleagues effectively.
How to Apply and Deadline:
Interested candidates should apply through the provided application link.
Job Ref: RM
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- Valid Food Hygiene Certificate (required).