Elks Temple Line Cook

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.

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

This role requires physical work, mental agility, and the ability to effectively multi‑task in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. A line cook must work well independently and as a member of a team, perform tasks safely, report safety concerns to Management, keep current on company events, history, and products, and perform other duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty (MOD).

• 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

• Produce excellent quality food for customers
• Safely lift and carry heavy objects with a hand truck or the help of another person, if necessary
• Must value diversity and 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
• Perform fine hand manipulation including chopping and using kitchen equipment, and handle sharp objects such as knives and slicers
• Work in a hot kitchen and around various heat sources including grills, broilers, and hot‑oil fryers
• Communicate clearly, 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

Food Handlers Card

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