Butterfield Buffet Line Cook

Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Cook 2 is an experienced level position responsible for providing high-quality, fresh food to guests at eating establishments. You will report to the Sous Chef.

Primary Tasks:

  • You will cook food by char-broiling, poaching, deep frying, pan-frying, sauté, roasting, griddling, and par-cooking.
  • Monitor quality of food being served.
  • Prepare multiple ingredients including washing, chopping, slicing, and peeling of fruits and vegetables.
  • Follow standardized recipes and methods to prepare meals that are cooked, tasty and visually appealing
  • You will taste food before serving and provide garnishes for food plates.
  • Follow established food preparation procedures and converted portion guidelines to control waste levels.
  • Practice proper food storage and follows suitable food serving temperatures.
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized work environment by practicing proper housekeeping procedure cleaning while working.
  • Set-up, service, and clean-up of food production.
  • You will rotate stock to ensure usage and disposal occurs before the expiration date.
  • Perform other tasks as may be assigned.

Job Requirements:

  • You will read and follow recipes
  • Food Safety Certification
  • Serve Safe Certification
  • Proficient in the following cooking techniques: Char-Broiling, poaching, deep frying, pan-frying, sauté, roasting, griddling, and par-cooking
  • Two (2) years of experience as a broiler/sauté cook in a high end, high volume restaurant.