Job Details

Seasonal Line Cooks/Kitchen Staff

As an Opinicon Line or Prep Cook, you will be working on a variety of stations in a high volume kitchen environment. Cooks are required to set up their stations and consistently prepare food to the Chef’s specifications. You are responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the guests through preparation, cooking and food presentation.

Please apply directly to rob@opinicon.com

Job Description

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
-Report for duty punctually and in uniform
-Promote and maintain a positive working relationship at all times with all colleagues at The Opinicon, this includes teamwork & cooperation with all staff
-Demonstrate a complete understanding and practice of all policies, procedures and standards outlined in your employee orientation
-Inspect, clean and maintain food preparation areas, including all equipment, work surfaces and serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
-Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperatures
-Responsible for consistent execution of all menu items including portion sizes, cooking methods, presentation and garnish according to recipe specifications
-Responsible for the quality of products served
-Prepare, stock and maintain par levels of food products at line stations
-Ensure all food products and supplies are stored and rotated according to kitchen policies and procedures
-Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting and using a probe thermometer
-Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
-Open and Close the kitchen when scheduled, following the checklist for kitchen stations and assist others when needed
-Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestion for improvement
-Consult with Executive Chef and or Sous Chef to plan specials and/or features
-Keep records by using all checklists provided
-Participate in and follow all health and safety policies and procedures
-Perform any miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as requested by your manager or supervisor

Reports to:
General Manager, Manager Food Services, Chef, Kitchen Manager

Reporting to this position: N/A

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
-Standing for long periods of time
Skills Required:
-Excellent customer service skills
-Hospitality Professionalism
-Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
-Team player with good communication skills
-Good ‘hand eye’ coordination
-Strong multi tasking abilities

Qualifications:
-Culinary school diploma or equivalent or relevant work experience
-Food safety/handling certificate