What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at Block Island Beach House?
We are looking for someone with a passion for food and strong time management abilities who can provide our clients with an exceptional dining experience. Our restaurant is busy, and we need a competent and experienced line cook who can ensure that our meals are made precisely to guest orders while still following our standard recipes consistently. To work a variety of stations on any given shift, our line cook must be adept in poaching, braising, roasting, grilling, sautéing, and frying. You need to be a team player who can effectively communicate with other kitchen staff to keep things running efficiently. If you have a positive attitude and are looking for a new opportunity in food service, please apply as soon as possible!
Compensation: $18/hr and potential for over-time
- Demonstrate professional and pleasant demeanor when interacting with visitors, vendors, and associates
- Assemble a system of food stations and fill them with everything they need for the shift
- Keep all workstations, counters, cooking equipment, and refrigerators clean and sanitary according to health and safety rules
- Guarantee that quality food is supplied, by adhering to specified storage and waste control requirements for meats, vegetables, fruits, and dairy products
- Cook food orders at stations by following established recipes and presentation standards for grilling, broiling, and sautéing menu items
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED certification
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers
- Must be a hard worker with high attention to detail and have a strong work ethic
- Must be able to meet all safety and sanitation requirements of kitchen equipment and food storage
- Previous experience working in food service is preferred
Come one, come all. Block Island Beach House is centered around the iconic Surf Hotel, where you will find fresh, bright, and vintage-inspired beachfront rooms with private baths and modern amenities, plus direct access to the surf and sand. A lively beach bar and relaxed lounge offer good coffee, signature cocktails, and delicious bites all day. At night, join us for drinks and music on the expansive waterfront deck. Block Island Beach House is a spirited but laid-back destination for discovering the island's low-key charm. An easy hop on the ferry from Newport, Fall River, or Point Judith, Block Island Beach House is the spot for a memorable night, perfect weekend, or an unforgettable week-long getaway. This is a place forever tinged by the color of the sun, surf, and sand—a place for escaping, celebrating, and making lifelong memories.
