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Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our team at True Food Kitchen. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to the highest quality standards. You will work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques to deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of starters, entrees, pizzas, and more using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station and corresponding equipment
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Execute proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handle, store, and rotate all products properly and according to standards
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Opens and closes the kitchen properly, assists others and follows checklists for kitchen stations
• Understand and follows proper rules of hygiene and food safety measures

Requirements

• Experience in a minimum of one of the following stations: Pantry, Pastry, Pizza, Wok, Saute, Grill
• Experience in more than one station is a plus
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent knife skills
• Ability to read and execute a recipe
• Love of making great food and understanding the accountability of presenting quality dishes

About Us

At True Food Kitchen, we believe in the power of whole, real food. We partner with each of our growers, ranchers, and producers so that every ingredient meets our TRUE standards. That means better food for our guests and the planet. By crafting "Real Food for Real Life," we embody our purpose: empowering more people to eat real food.

What We Offer

• Successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to get you to that next position in your career
• AM/PM and mid-day shifts available
• Part-time to 40 hours available per person
• Access to affordable, quality health care through Hooray Health and telehealth options
• Pet insurance for your fur babies
• Access to expert guidance through EAP/SupportLinc, which offers to help you and your family address and resolve everyday issues
• Restaurant dining discount
• Paid volunteer time to support your community and favorite charities
• Eligible to give to and receive from the True Giving fund that supports life-changing events

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