Four M Franchising, LLC

Job Description

JOB TITLE:            Line Cook

REPORTS TO:       Manager

DEPARTMENT:     Operations

FLSA STATUS:       Non-exempt

OVERVIEW: The Heart of the House is responsible for preparing food orders for the restaurant and to assure the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the duties of the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Prepares all food items according to prep sheets or as per the Manager’s instructions. 

·        Practices safe handling of product and creates an environment free of cross contamination.

·        Follows the FIFO (First in First Out) and LDIR (Label, Date, Initial, Rotate) systems.

·        Uses preparatory utensils such as knives, dicers, slicers and measuring devices on a regular basis.

·        Communicates with teammates in a professional manner regarding guest orders.

·        Stocks all essential food and other related items in preparation of shift for the operational flow of the restaurant. All leftover/unused food products are stored/restocked or disposed of properly.

·        Follows portion and quality control standards of the menu.

·        Examines, labels and stores incoming food supplies in storage and refrigeration areas appropriately.

·        Ensures kitchen appliances and equipment have been cleaned and turned off at the end of each work day.

·        Maintains work areas in a sanitized and orderly manner in compliance with state health and safety regula