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Experienced line cook wanted at Grit, a restaurant focusing on food from our local farms. Reliability and flexibility are essential, as are excellent knife skills, drive, commitment to delicious food, team orientation, good communication skills, patience, self discipline, food knowledge and ability to take direction. Must be able to stay on task and work independently. Must have interest in our food systems on a local, national and global level. Must be able to work in a kitchen where we change our menu daily. Must have or be able to obtain food handler's card. Position would begin as part time and move to full time for the right candidate.
Please refer to the Job Description for details and requirements for the position.
Please do not respond if you do not have the qualifications mentioned.
PLEASE DO NOT call or drop in with questions about this position.
TO APPLY please include a cover letter describing yourself, your qualifications and why you would like to join our team specifically along with your resume. Please send both items posted within the BODY of your email to with the subject "Line Cook". ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
POSITION: LINE COOK
SALARY: Hourly + tips DOE
BENEFITS: Comp Shift Meal; 50% off all purchases, discounted CSA membership at local farm after time 6 mo.
REPORTS TO: Chef, Sous chef, General Manager
HOURS: This is a part-time position averaging 20 hours per week including weekends. The position will move to full time for the right candidate. You may be required to work extra hours and/or days on an irregular basis due to unforeseen circumstances, emergencies and/or special events.
REVIEWS/RAISES: You will receive a 1 month performance only evaluation. You will then receive salary and performance evaluations at 6 months and 1 year. After that, evaluations will occur yearly on or near your start date anniversary. Salary review will be based on details covered in the reviews and overall company financial health.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Line cook is responsible for assistance in weekly execution of the menu at Grit in collaboration with the Chef/Sous chefs. The menu changes weekly dependent on what's available therefore flexibility and motivation is essential.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
-2 years line/prep experience
-Desire for being in and excelling in a scratch kitchen
-Professional presentation all around
-Cleanliness in all functions
-Desire to learn about local food systems
-Desire to learn excellent food handling practices
- Interest in our local farms
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Report directly to the Chef and/or Sous chefs to receive direction
-Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards
-Execute all dishes precisely and expediently
-Maintain proper par stocks and communicate inventory needs proactively
-Ensure proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize wastage
-Ensure that all food items are properly stored and labeled at all times
-Maintain hygiene standards within guidelines of health codes and Grit standards
-Ensure that all kitchen equipment is cleaned and sanitized after every use
-Report all malfunctioning equipment to Chef and/or sous chef
-Help to receive all goods and break them down for storage on a FIFO basis
-Any other duties assigned by the Chef and/or Sous chef
-Maintain a safe sanitary work environment at all times
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: A combination of education and experience is a plus; current Oregon State Food Handler's Permit or ServSafe certification; computer literacy and email accessibility.
EXPERIENCE & MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
-Minimum 2 years kitchen experience
-Desire for being in and excelling in a scratch kitchen
-Professional presentation all around
-Cleanliness in all functions
-Desire to learn about local food systems
-Desire to learn excellent food handling practices
- Interest in our local farms
ADDITIONAL QUALITIES NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS:
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
-High energy, positive attitude, sense of humor and willingness to grow
-Takes initiative and demonstrates creativity with a passion for their work
-Safety/sanitation oriented person with an overall hygienic presentation
-Team player, likes to feel part of a family but works well with self direction
-Organized with good time management skills and works with a sense of urgency
-An engaged, person ready to show up on time and enthusiastic to get the day started
-Ability to train, motivate and maintain effective working relationships with the team
-Good physical condition; able to stand extensively, perform repetitive tasks; lift up to 50 lbs.
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