Thompson Line Cook

TITLE: Line Cook
REPORTS TO: MANAGER
FLSA CLASS: Hourly Non-Exempt

The job duties described below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Description of the Position:
In general, every McMenamins line cook will be asked to handle every task from opening to closing of the kitchen. Duties include, but are not limited to, the manufacture and presentation of all hot & cold food products. This may include salads, hot & cold sandwiches, pastas, hot & cold appetizers, pizzas, weekly specials, and sauté & grill items. Each line cook is responsible for the organization and cleaning of their work area.

This position involves hard physical work, mental agility, and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. A line cook must be able to work well independently and as part of a team. All employees are expected to perform their job safely and report any safety concerns to Management. All McMenamins employees are expected to keep current on company events, history, and products.

Other duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty (MOD).

Requirements of the Job:

• Obtain and maintain a current food handlers card
• Ability to accurately work with numbers, orders, and food specs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a high-volume, deadline-oriented work environment
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Produce excellent quality food for customers
• Safely lift and carry heavy objects with a hand truck or with assistance when necessary
• Value diversity and ability to work with individuals from different backgrounds
• Remain calm, focused, and provide excellent food products in a high-volume environment
• Follow strict adherence to deadlines and product quality
• Accurately follow recipes and food specs
• Work for long periods on feet with frequent walking and standing
• Perform repetitive movements such as pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and stooping
• Handle small and large objects, chop, use kitchen equipment, and work with sharp objects including knives and slicers
• Work in a hot kitchen around grills, broilers, and hot-oil fryers
• Communicate clearly and be positive, polite, and cooperative with co-workers, managers, vendors, and customers
• Work with chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing
• Complete dishwashing duties as needed

Most importantly
, this job requires a positive attitude, a value for diversity, and a commitment to excellent customer service. Each employee is expected to come to work ready to have fun and be a positive force.

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION.

E.O.E

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Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player:
Works well as a member of a group

Flexibility:
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Growth Opportunities:
Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter:
Inspired to perform without outside help

Food Handlers Card

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