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The Line Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers according to written or printed orders. Sets up line cooking stations. Prepares menu items at proper cook stations including pantry, grill, broiler, saut, and garde manger. Assembles food onto dishes according to written specifications, adhering to quality standards. Exercises proper handling of food items, maintain an organized work area, and maintains order in all refrigeration and storage areas.

• Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables, cheeses, cooked meats, poultry and seafood
• Prepares dressings, sauces, marinations, canaps, hors doeuvres and buffet items
• Uses slicing machine, mixer and food processor when preparing foods according to standard recipes and specifications
• Handles meat, seafood, poultry and produce according to proper food-handling procedures
• Reads and follows recipes/specifications; Properly rotates all products
• Adheres to all sanitation standards in kitchen
• Uses grill, broiler, convection oven, alto-sham oven, steamer, tilting kettle and steam jacket kettle to prepare foods according to standard recipes and specifications
• Tests cooked foods by tasting and smelling them
• Ensures all station product is fresh and conforms to product specifications
• Memorizes and executes recipes/specifications
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Reads and retains all pertinent information regarding daily promotions, food and beverage specials, property promotions, station assignments and scheduled entertainment from disseminated pre-shift information
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
• Assumes special projects as needed at the direction of the immediate supervisor
• Other duties & responsibilities as assigned