Line Cook

Overview:

The Highlands at Harbor Springs is looking for new Line Cooks to join our Food & Beverage team! Your focus will be on producing high-quality food efficiently. In addition, you will maintain a clean and orderly kitchen. This is a full-time or part-time year-round position, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the various perks that come with working for an amazing resort.

We are seeking cooks for the following outlets:

Day Lodge: From here you will be producing food for both our Zoo Bar and Food Market

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions (including but not limited to,):

• Prepare food and assist the team with the preparation of the menu as instructed by the Head Chef
• Follow safe food handling guidelines and cooking procedures.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Communicate and coordinate production with other cooks, wait staff, and members of the food and
• beverage team.
• Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and piercing with a thermometer to determine
• proper preparation and cooking.
• Plate and portion food and maintain consistency according to presentation specifications.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to the recipe or use the record to prepare and prep food items.
• Label, date and rotate all stored food.
• Adjust thermostat controls to regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, kettles, etc.
• Become familiar with all kitchen equipment to use it properly.
• Maintain restaurant equipment and keep all food service items clean and in orderly condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by following all proper food handling procedures and equipment safety standards.
• Follow all health regulations and assist in maintaining a sanitary environment.
• Janitorial duties such as dishwashing, sweeping, mopping, removing garbage, shoveling snow, etc.
• Wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, and other kitchen surfaces.
• Perform closing procedures including equipment maintenance and shut off, cleaning, sanitation, and
• organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Assist with putting away orders.
• Communicates absences and schedule changes promptly.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by your manager

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications (knowledge, skills, certifications, education, etc):

• Must possess ServSafe certification or be willing to obtain it upon employment.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications (knowledge, skills, certifications, education, etc):

• Prior experience helpful
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment helpful
• Ability to work as a team