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We are seeking a talented and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team at W.A. Frost, an award-winning fine dining restaurant. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing exceptional, high-quality dishes that meet the standards of our renowned kitchen. You will work in a fast-paced environment with a team of skilled professionals, ensuring every dish is meticulously prepared, plated, and served to our guests' satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Ø Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook dishes in accordance with the restaurant's menu, ensuring that every plate meets the high standards of quality, taste, and presentation that our guests expect.
Ø Station Management: Efficiently manage your assigned station, including grill, sauté, fry, or pastry sections, ensuring all ingredients and equipment are properly stocked and ready for service.
Ø Timing and Coordination: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure dishes are completed and plated in a timely manner, maintaining a smooth flow during service.
Ø Plating and Presentation: Ensure that all dishes are presented beautifully and consistently, adhering to the restaurant's aesthetic and quality standards.
Ø Inventory and Stocking: Assist with inventory management and restocking ingredients, ensuring kitchen supplies are maintained at optimal levels for daily operations.
Ø Food Safety and Cleanliness: Adhere to all health and safety standards, ensuring cleanliness and organization of the kitchen at all times. Follow proper sanitation protocols for food handling and kitchen tools.
Ø Collaboration and Communication: Communicate effectively with the executive chef, sous chefs, and other line cooks to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations during service.
Ø Quality Control: Maintain consistent quality, following recipes and specifications accurately while contributing to ongoing menu development and refinement.
Qualifications:
Ø Proven experience as a line cook in a fine dining or high-end restaurant environment.
Ø Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
Ø Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Ø Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and organization.
Ø Ability to follow recipes and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
Ø Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills.
Ø Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the restaurant's operating hours.
Ø Strong communication skills and a positive attitude in a team-oriented environment.
Preferred Skills:
Ø Culinary degree or formal training from a recognized institution.
Ø Experience working in award-winning or Michelin-starred restaurants.
Ø Passion for fine dining and culinary excellence.
Ø Knowledge of wine pairings and the ability to work in a fine dining environment.
Benefits (if applicable):
Ø Competitive salary and tips.
Ø Opportunity to work in an award-winning, innovative restaurant.
Ø Professional development opportunities and potential for growth within the kitchen team.
If you are passionate about culinary excellence and want to be part of a dynamic team in an award-winning fine dining restaurant, we would love to hear from you.
Date Posted: 23 April 2025
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