Line Cooks

Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea. Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware. Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items. Prepare specialty foods, such as pizzas, fish and chips, sandwiches, or tacos, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time. Operate large-volume cooking equipment, such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles. Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking. Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.