Line Cook

Line Cook ? Panini?s Italian Cucina, Jasper Avenue

Panini?s Italian Cucina is a fast-paced Italian restaurant. We are looking for a talented individual to join our growing team.

*This position is for our Jasper Avenue location at 8544 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton.*

*The successful candidate will possess the following:*

* A polite, courteous, and outgoing attitude
* Excellent customer service skills
* Initiative and the ability to work independently
* A supportive, team-oriented approach
* Responsibility, reliability, and punctuality
* The ability to work well under pressure
* The ability to work quickly while maintaining quality
* A willingness to take direction
* Availability to work evenings and weekends

*Responsibilities:*

* Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Panini?s Italian Cucina.
* Inspect, clean, and maintain food preparation areas, equipment, and work surfaces to ensure safe and sanitary food handling.
* Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperatures.
* Check ingredients for quality and freshness, label and date products, and rotate stock.
* Follow the restaurant?s standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
* Take responsibility for the quality of food served.
* Stock and maintain sufficient food products at line stations to support smooth service.
* Handle and store food products and supplies according to restaurant procedures.
* Prepare, season, and cook food according to recipes.
* Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients using appropriate kitchen utensils and equipment.
* Portion, plate, and garnish dishes according to recipe and presentation standards.
* Check food for doneness using appropriate methods, including temperature checks.
* Assist with prep work during quieter periods.
* Support other cooks during busy service periods.
* Close the kitchen according to station checklists and assist teammates with closing duties.
* Coordinate with fellow employees to meet guests? needs and support efficient restaurant operations.
* Assist wherever needed to maintain service and quality standards.

*Compensation will be based on experience. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.*

Pay: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:
* Dental care
* Discounted or free food
* Extended health care
* Store discount

Work Location: In person