Line Cook
Echo Tap and Grille
1079 US-22, Mountainside, NJ 07092, USA
Cook
Full-time
Posted 3 hours ago
Job Overview
Responsibilities
- Set up and stock your station before service, making sure ingredients, utensils, and equipment are ready.
- Complete daily food preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, portioning ingredients, and other assigned prep work.
- Run your assigned station efficiently, handling multiple orders while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and proper cooking temperatures.
- Read and follow tickets carefully, including guest modifications and special requests.
- Coordinate with the kitchen team so dishes for the same table are completed together and orders leave the kitchen promptly.
- Check food quality before serving, including freshness, seasoning, doneness, and presentation.
- Follow food safety and allergy procedures, communicating allergy requests clearly and preventing cross-contamination and allergen cross-contact.
- Keep your station clean and organized throughout the shift, sanitizing work surfaces, utensils, and equipment as needed.
- Use kitchen equipment safely and report equipment problems promptly.
- Complete assigned opening and closing duties, including cleaning equipment, storing food properly, and preparing the station for the next shift.
- Work well with the team, follow direction from kitchen management, and assist other stations when needed.
- Arrive on time and ready to work, maintaining a professional attitude and dependable attendance.
Skills
- Previous restaurant line cook experience.
- Strong cooking fundamentals, knife skills, and knowledge of kitchen sanitation.
- Ability to manage an assigned station independently after learning our menu and kitchen procedures.
- Ability to stay organized, communicate clearly, and work efficiently during busy service.