Fry Line Cook / Gulfport, MS

This P/T to F/T position is for a Fry Line Cook with a restaurant location in Gulfport, MS.

Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED; Valid drivers license; A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking; At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity; Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel; Pay is based on experience. Must accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates. Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers an a variety of other kitchen equipment; Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served; Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures; Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period; Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications; Maintains a clean and sanitary work station are including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saute? burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment; Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying saute?ing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating; Follows proper plat presentation and garnish set up for all dishes; Handles, stores and rotates all products properly; Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed; Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations; Assists others in closing the kitchen; Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement; Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty. Requirements and Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds; Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours); Must be able to follow printed recipes and plate specifications; Must maintain personal hygiene in accordance to Houston Health Department standards for Food Service Employees.