Line Cook

Line Cook - Velvet Buffalo

Velvet Buffalo Description

**GERONIMO HOSPITALITY GROUP**

A collection of really cool places that push the boundaries of hospitality.

**WHO WE ARE**

Modern in experience and timeless in taste, Velvet Buffalo Modern Italian delivers fresh ingredients with a side of rustic charm. Our rotating seasonal menu features thoughtfully crafted dishes made from scratch that are inspired by the many regions of Italyfrom house-made pasta and artisan-style bread to sustainably sourced seafood and our own spin on traditional desserts. At Velvet Buffalo, we do classics really well.

**WHO YOU ARE**

You will serve customers with the consistency and quality food that they expect from our establishment. You will work as a team to create a memorable dining experience for all of our members and their guests.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**

* Know and understand every item on the menu (including portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules); Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served

* Work closely with the Chef to provide absolute consistency on every plate

* Timing is everything; work on timing to get every ticket out in an appropriate amount of time

* During prime service hours, stay focused on designated tasks. Communicate consistently with co-workers

* When your station is ready for service, see who else may need help with prepping and getting ready

* Keep your work station clean and stocked

* Practice safe knife handling; if training is needed, see the Chef

* Assist in putting away deliveries when help is needed

* Must be able to lift 50 pounds

* Always look for ways to be productive when there is time to spare

* Open/close the kitchen properly and follow the opening/closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing the kitchen. Do not leave until a manager has inspected your station

* Arrive promptly and in full uniform for all scheduled shifts, including mandatory meetings

* Follow and abide by all policies written in employee handbook

Have fun at work; leave baggage at the door; come to work with a positive attitude ready and willing to help create a positive experience for our guests

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Requirements

**WHAT WE NEED**

**Experience and/or Training -** At least one year of Kitchen experience preferred but not required, basic math skills required, must be able to add, subtract, have legible handwriting, and strong customer service and oral communication skills.

**PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS**

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.lift, carry, and deliver boxes and items that may weigh up to 50 pounds. If over 18, you will be required to use slicers and heavy equipment. The environment can sometimes be hot and demanding. Smoothly navigate dining room, kitchen and other facility areas, attend work as scheduled, working various schedules and shifts throughout normal business hours. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Protective Clothing Required: Non-slip shoes

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**

This position is indoors and seasonally outdoors. The work environment can be noisy, demanding and fast paced; there is a great deal of contact with the public.

**WORK AUTHORIZATION**

United States (required)

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status