Frontside Cafe - Line Cook/Prep Cook - Day Shift (Ventura)

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