Line Cook - Absecon, United States - Lola's Cafe - Absecon, NJ

Description

We're seeking an experienced line cook to assist our kitchen team. We are a small team that works together to prepare food for our customers in a variety of ways. We keep a grab & go case filled with snacks, salads, and meals, prepare made-to-order items off of our monthly menu for walk up, call-in, and online orders, and fulfill catering orders as they are added to our calendar. We are also adding an eat-in cafe for breakfast and lunch service, which will be the primary function of this role.

Duties and Responsibilities (includes the following but not limited to):

• Ability to carry out recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards as set by company
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the staff, according to company standards in a timely & efficient manner
• Assist with food preparation (includes chopping, dicing, slicing, baking/pastry, etc.)
• Help manage stock and inventory of kitchen goods
• Able to use kitchen equipment such as grill, slicer, stove, fryer, ovens, etc.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen and equipment
  
• Establish and maintain a positive work environment
• Additional duties and projects as assigned
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• At least one year of professional kitchen experience preferred; experience with breakfast and lunch service a plus
• Ability to work with others in a team setting and be flexible to the changing needs of the kitchen
  
• Must have a passion and appreciation for cooking and quality food
  
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and independently
  
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Able to follow instructions and established procedures
  
• Proactive mindset and initiative to solve problems
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen tools/equipment, and safety rules
  
• Friendly, positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  

Full time and part time available. Starting at $17/hr, with compensation based on experience. You will be given a paid break and a meal for each shift. Health and dental offered. Paid time off. 401k matching program.
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