Line Cook

MISSION STATEMENT:

Homeboy Industries provides hope, training, and support to formerly gang-involved and recently incarcerated men and women, allowing them to redirect their lives and become contributing members of our community.

Position Title: Line Cook

Hourly Rate: $21-$25/hr.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

Homeboy Foodservice runs operations in contract food service at the Martin Luther King Behavioral Health Center in Compton Los Angeles. . This is a unique opportunity prepare meals that are healthy and can improve mental health. The Line Cook is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of culinary services while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide excellent quality and presentation of all food to the guests in a timely manner

Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period

Know and comply consistently with standard portion size, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies and procedures

Prevent the spoiling and contamination of foods by implementing proper sanitation practices while ensuring compliance with policy and health regulations

Maintain a clean work-station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment

Assist in the daily cleaning of the pantry, cooking line, prep kitchen, dish area, stairs, walk-in and prep area

Report any maintenance or repairs needed to the Executive Chef

Must be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Follow departmental policies as well as restaurant rules and regulations set forth in the Employee Handbook and by management

Qualifications:

3 years of previous experience in restaurant and/or culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant is preferred

Time management and organizational ability required for high quality food production

Ability to work with minimal direction or supervision to complete assigned tasks

Food Handler Certification

Experienced and confidence with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Hospitality Software

Trained in knife skills and basic kitchen equipment usage

Able to multitask in a dynamic, and fast paced environment

You're able to establish a positive rapport with many types of personalities

Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Homeboy Industries is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Additionally, Homeboy Industries is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, job interview or to otherwise perform the essential duties of this job, please contact HR Director at ext. 340.