Frontside Cafe - Line Cook/Prep Cook - Day Shift

Frontside Cafe is a cafe in Ventura that focuses on Australian/Coastal Californian cuisine with a local upscale coffee program. Award winning Owner/Executive Chef Joel Huff has worked in fine dining restaurants all over the world. We are looking to hire a talented Line Cook to join our team. If you are hard-working, dedicated and looking to further develop your culinary career this is the position for you. Apply now!

Responsibilities for Line Cook

- Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes

- Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range

- Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery

- Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol

- Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves

- Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards

- Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products

- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Sous-chef, or Executive Chef

Qualifications for Line Cook

- High School Diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree preferred

- Fine dinning experience a plus.

- 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort

- Current food handler certification card (may be obtain once hired)

- Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills

- Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail

- Ability to read and follow cooking directions

- Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment

- Must be organized and self-motivated

- Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials