Line Cooks

About the role

Line Cook

Location: Vail, CO

The Sonnenalp is looking for Full-Time Year Round Line Cooks.

Wage

$19.00 - $22.00 /hour, (plus a culinary appreciation fee)

Typical Schedule: Five to six days a week, 40 hours a week depending on business levels

Primary Purpose of Position

The Line Cook is responsible for an assigned station in the kitchen cooking a variety of meats, vegetables and seafood according to specified menu and recipes. Responsible for being on the line, preparing hot and cold food items. Must be flexible and able to work in different stations in kitchens and learn the skills to improve knowledge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Delight our guests by providing quality and timely prepared foods according to established recipes and menus
• Properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served, including accommodating special guest requests
• Monitor and rotate food in walk-ins and freezers to minimize waste and spoilage
• Follow all sanitation guidelines and safety precautions
• Leave work station in a clean and orderly fashion. All foods must be covered, labeled, and properly stored
• Handle equipment, appliances, small wares, supplies, and tools
• Perform opening & closing procedures
• Track and monitor food quality
• Stock and rotate food; alert the Sous Chef in regard to low inventory items
• Work on the line, salad station, and prep station or any other stations as needed
• Control the pace of the food orders and set the tone for the ticket flowing process
• Be familiar with all kitchen equipment, their functions and maintenance requirements
• Report any wasted food on "waste sheet" located by the door of walk-in
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and managers; ensure efficient and effective communication with front of house staff
• Employee must be in full uniform when entering the kitchen. Clean and neat appearance is a must
• Complete knowledge and adherence to kitchen policies and procedures
• Know all safety and emergency procedures
• Perform any responsible task requested by management
• Keep the sous chef informed of any concerns regarding the kitchen operations
• Participate in recycling procedures of hotel and train staff to properly dispose of trash
• Understand the importance of cross-training for all shifts and hours of operation
• Wear gloves when handling food that is 'ready-to-eat'

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary degree preferred
• Prior kitchen experience preferred

Special Skills/Equipment

• Prior use of kitchen equipment, to include knives, oven, mixers, etc. required
• Prior use of POS system preferred
• Able to read, understand, and produce in a timely manner
• Must be familiar with proper use and cleaning of relevant kitchen equipment and machinery
• Basic knowledge of soups, stocks, and sauces required
• Must have proficient knowledge of sautéing, culling, broiling, poaching, boiling, steaming, braising
• Must have proficient knife handling skills
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Knowledge of fabrication of basic proteins required

Essential Physical Requirements

• The work is primarily performed in a kitchen environment
• Employee is exposed to high heat sources, steam, boiling liquids, sharp knives, electrical equipment and potentially wet floors. Extreme caution must be exercised when encountered with these conditions
• Position has very little guest contact
• Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of the shift, up to 12 hours
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, and reach
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 15lbs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Resort Discounts
• Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, and Sick Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Roth 401(k)
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parking Credit or Discounted Bus Passes

*By applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand and agree with the job duties and requirements listed above. This constitutes as an acknowledgment of the official job description for the position.