General Description: The Line Cook is responsible for ensuring that the culinary & operating standards of Argot are executed within the restaurant. They need to be well versed in the menu and food offerings and know how to cook and plate dishes in a timely manner. They also need to be familiar with and drive sanitation regulations, as well as showcase those standards within the operation.
Key Responsibilities
Service and Maintenance
- Checks production schedule and pars and establishes priority items for the day.
- Prepares all menu items following recipes and yield guides, according to department standards in a time efficient manner.
- Restocks items that were depleted during the shift.
- Communicates with Front of House to manage timing of courses, any guest feedback, etc.
- Updates knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities.
- Is a team player—supports and assists fellow team members whenever possible.
- Completes other duties as assigned by management.
- Communicates all necessary guest information with the team to set everyone up for success (allergy alerts, VIPs, special requests, celebrations, etc.)
Sanitation, Hygiene, and Safety
- Maintains sanitation to Department of Health standards; keeps work area clean and organized.
- Maintains and strictly abides by state sanitation/health regulations and restaurant requirements and procedures.
- Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
- Inspects the cleanliness and organization of the line and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies.
- Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment and supplies, ensuring everything complies with standards.
- Informs manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations.
- Maintains proper storage procedures as specified by Department of Health requirements.
Additional Skills and Responsibilities
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- The ability to define and effectively solve a variety of changing situations under stress; ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Passion for exceptional hospitality, food, and beverages.
- Self-driven, results-oriented; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible work schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
- Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time.
- Working in an environment that may be exposed to hazardous equipment and situations and conditions that produce cuts or minor burns.
- Exposed to hot and cold temperatures, such as when working near ovens or retrieving food from freezers.
- Sometimes wear protective and safety attire, such as gloves.
Experience/Education
- Minimum 1+ years’ experience as a line cook in a high-volume restaurant
- Understands DOH safety standards
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