Line Cook

Essential Functions

• Attend production meetings, department meetings, training sessions, and in-services as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service by anticipating needs and resolving concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Comply with departmental policies, HACCP guidelines, and all regulatory standards for food handling, preparation, and service.
• Adjust food production levels based on patient census and retail volume.
• Utilize batch cooking methods to maintain food quality and freshness.
• Ensure compliance with recipes, portion standards, and therapeutic diet requirements.
• Prepare daily menu items, specials, and catering orders as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen preparation and cooking areas.
• Clean and sanitize all food service equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers, slicers, mixers, blenders, steamers, kettles, refrigeration units, utility carts, and other kitchen equipment.
• Stock and replenish workstations following meal service.
• Communicate product shortages, equipment concerns, and operational issues to leadership.
• Support departmental goals focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate responsible stewardship of food, supplies, labor, and resources.
• Adjust work assignments and schedules as needed to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Previous food preparation, food handling, grill cook, or commercial kitchen experience preferred.
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates commitment to organizational customer service standards and the I C.A.R.E. philosophy.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow menus, recipes, and written instructions in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with team members and other departments.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• Strong knife skills and proficiency in food preparation techniques.
• Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, ovens, slicers, mixers, steamers, kettles, tilt skillets, steam tables, and other food service equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently.
• Ability to accurately follow detailed recipes and preparation instructions.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining food quality and service standards.
• Ability to efficiently handle high-volume meal service and patient dining requests within established service timelines.