Line Cooks

Job Summary (Line Cook: Full Time, Seasonal)

• The Line Cook is an important team player, responsible for preparing and plating all menu items in an efficient manner while maintaining quality, cleanliness standards and effective communication. 

• May assist in supportive tasks such as food and portion prep. 

• This is a seasonal position running late April/early May through late September.

• Resume and 3 professional references required at application.

Responsibilities

• Prep and maintain a stocked station

• Prepare each dish on our menu using our proven recipes

• Memorize and employ our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures 

• Maintain and follow proper food handling, safety and sanitation procedures – all phases of food production and service including storage, rotation, preparation, recipe adherence, cooking methods, plate presentation, quality, service and production time adherence

• Evaluate finished products for appearance, taste, smell and texture according to internal specifications

• Work with team of cooks to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed

• Performs shift opening and closing duties as assigned, including cleaning cutting boards, fryers, grills, equipment and floors

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, cooking areas, individual station, kitchen equipment and food storage areas, reporting any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the manager on duty

• Follow safety guidelines and use caution in proper lifting techniques, handling knives and operating machinery

• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor

• Demonstrate a high level of professional attitude towards co-workers and general public

• Ability to work with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Help with cleaning dishes using a triple sink and a mechanical dishwasher

• Efficient time management

• Adhere to company handbook policies

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in cooking in a high-volume, fast-paced establishment preferred 

• Knowledge of cooking procedures, kitchen equipment and safety rules for kitchen and equipment

• Excellent verbal communication and organization skills

• Professional appearance

• Organizational skills with strong attention to detail

• Efficient at multitasking

• Must be a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment

• Flexible and adaptable to quickly changing demands

• Ability to maintain composure under stress

• Respectful and hard-working

• Team player: Ability to work well with all managers and co-workers

• Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds at a time on a regular basis

• Obtain a State of Alaska Food Handler’s Card 

Benefits/Perks

• Subsidized seasonal housing

• 50% discount on food (plus 25% off food & 50% off retail merchandise at Skagway Brewing!)

• Completion/performance bonus

• Make lifelong friends!