Lead Line Cook
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Job Overview  

Our Hospitality department is looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to join us as a Lead Line Cook.  

As a Lead Line Cook, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the kitchen as well as assisting the Head Cook with meal preparations and other related tasks. You will also be responsible for preparing food as per the guest's order. In addition to this, you should follow all the food sanitation and focus on reducing wastage of food.  

To perform in this job role, you should possess good organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Past work experience as a Lead Line Cook or a related job role will be an added advantage for the candidate.  

If you enjoy cooking food and can perform all these duties of a Lead Line Cook, then apply now. We will be happy to onboard you soon.  

Responsibilities  

• Preparing food for serving the guests.  

• Washing and cleaning vegetables and fruits.  

• Preparing various kinds of sauces beforehand.  

• Ensuring the meat is well cleaned and fresh.  

• Performing all the tasks assigned by the Supervisor.  

• Ensuring all the kitchen stations are well stocked.  

• Making sure that the kitchen is clean and tidy all the time.  

• Meeting the food sanitation and hygiene requirements in the kitchen.  

• Overseeing the Line Cooks and assigning them tasks.  

• Checking inventory and supervising their quality.  

• Assisting Head Chefs as and when required.  

• Garnishing the dishes and plating the food items.  

• Adhering to the food rotation practices to minimize food wastage.  

Requirements  

• High school diploma or GED.  

• 3 – 4 years of working experience as a Lead Line Cook, Cook, or a similar role in the Hospitality industry.  

• Professional certification as a Food Handler will be advantageous.  

• Sound understanding of various food cuisines.  

• Knowledge of various food procedures and techniques.  

• Ability to follow the instructions from the Supervisor.  

• Willingness to work high-temperature working environment.  

• Excellent manual dexterity.  

• Good communication skills especially verbal.  

• Knowledge of food health and safety procedures  

• Ability to work in a team environment.  

• Ability to lift heavy supply boxes.  

• Highly organized individual.