Line Cook - Decker - #1127460

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting menu items to the restaurant’s quality standards. This role ensures smooth daily kitchen operations by maintaining consistency, cleanliness, and efficiency across assigned stations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare ingredients, mise en place, and station setup according to daily requirements

• Cook and present dishes according to recipes, portioning standards, and plating guidelines

• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation always meet the restaurant’s standards

• Assist in prep work for upcoming services, including marination, cutting, and batch cooking

Station Management

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of assigned station throughout service

• Replenish ingredients and supplies as needed during operations

• Follow FIFO and proper food storage procedures

• Communicate any shortages, quality issues, or equipment problems to the supervisor promptly

Safety, Hygiene & Compliance

• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards

• Ensure compliance with SFA regulations and internal SOPs

• Understand and practise safe handling of kitchen tools, equipment, and hot surfaces

• Participate in regular cleaning schedules, including deep cleaning tasks

Teamwork & Operations Support

• Work closely with other kitchen team members to ensure smooth and timely service flow

• Assist other stations when required during peak periods

• Support inventory checks and deliveries by receiving, inspecting, and storing supplies

• Uphold a positive, respectful, and cooperative work environment

REQUIREMENTS

• Prior experience as a Line Cook / Cook in a restaurant or similar kitchen environment preferred

• Basic understanding of kitchen stations, cooking techniques, and food safety

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Strong teamwork, communication, and follow-through

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and extended hours when required

• Physically fit to stand for long periods and handle kitchen equipment safely