Line Cook/prep - Toronto, Canada - LE PETIT CHEF

LE PETIT CHEF

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

New up and coming restaurant looking for passionate line cooks.

Must 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment according to restaurants standardized recipes
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, 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 offpeak 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 Management Team
A link cook must posses superior listening skills and be able to communicate effectively in a busy and noisy environment
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.