Am Banquet Prep Cook

Galveston, TX 77554

Salary Range $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant - Food Service

Line cook Restaurants

Reports To: Executive Chef Department: Kitchen

Classification: Full Time Division: Hotel Food & Beverage

JOB SUMMARY:

The Line Cook is responsible for making food according the restaurant orders, and per the Executive Chef's instructed recipes.

POSITION AUTHORITY:

The incumbent is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities, provided such action is consistent with position guidelines as outlined below.

POSITION GUIDELINES:

Position guidelines include, but are not limited to, established company and department policies and procedures and all supervisory directives. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound, reasonable judgment and initiative, and give high priority to accuracy and details in the performance of job responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive orders from Restaurant Servers, and prepare the order in line with the Executive Chef's instruction
• Maintain appropriate sanitation of the line with Health Department, and Moody Gardens standards
• Assist in all necessary preparation for buffet and operations of line
• Check all coolers at the beginning and end of shift and make sure they are all running at the right temperature
• Handling fresh seafood with care; making sure it is iced down around the clock
• Keeping the line clean at all times
• Check the banquet function sheet every morning
• Setting the line for the next day
• Keeping up with stock and alert Executive Chef if an item has run out or is running low
• Following recipes at all times
• Any and all other duties as assigned; duties are subject to change as management deems necessary to best serve the needs of Moody Gardens

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 5 years prior experience in similar position
• Must obtain TABC & Food Handlers Certification prior to beginning work

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must be reliable and responsible
• Ability to read, listen, and communicate in English both verbally and in writing
• Basic math skills to understand measurements, requisition amounts, and portion sizes
• Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.
• Knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to grasp, lift, carry, or otherwise move or push goods on a hand cart weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges