Line Cook -Full-Time

Line Cook
Status: Hourly, Full-time

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (SVPH) is on a mission to inspire generations through DISCOVERY, by sharing the legacies of the Kentucky Shakers. SVPH is committed to bridging historic preservation, land conservation, engaged learning and warm hospitality to present an unrivaled destination experience.
Home to the third largest Shaker community in the United States from 1805 until 1910, SVPH manages the country's largest private collection of original 19th century buildings and is the largest National Historic Landmark in Kentucky. Onsite amenities at SVPH include overnight accommodations, dining and catering services, retail shops, event and meeting venues, historical exhibitions and tours, farm and garden area, nature preserve, multi-use trail system, equestrian stable and an extensive calendar of special programs, activities and events.
Shaker Village Trustees Table
The Trustees Table supports the mission of Shaker Village by creating quality dining experiences that embrace contemporary tastes while continuing to champion farm-to-table and sustainable sourcing philosophies in the legacy of the Shakers.

Line Cook Job Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for the proper preparation and execution of breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items. Successful applicants for this position will have at least two years of experience in a full-service restaurant. This position takes part in the daily execution of menu items and supports all staff in developing a sense of teamwork and cooperation.

Responsibilities and Duties

Executes menu to high quality standards.
Able to perform under time restraints while keeping a positive attitude.
Ensures the proper storage of foods in designated areas, following wrapping, dating and labeling procedures
Ensures all Shaker Village and Mercer County Health Department safety and sanitation requirements are met daily
Utilizes approved food production standards to maintain proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control
Acts as a role model, representing high standards of teamwork.
Performs other duties as assigned by management

Skills and Qualifications

Demonstrates strong passion and motivation to create excellent meals
Ability to perfectly prepare eggs of any style, to order, for large numbers of diners.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Possess good kitchen practices, protocols and procedures
Ability to work safely and efficiently with large volume kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, tilt skillets, slicers and convection ovens

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required
One to Two years work experience as a line cook
Available to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays

Mental and Physical Requirements

Must be able to multi-task and work in stressful situations
Must be capable of standing for long periods
Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds
Required to balance and stoop or kneel
Frequently lift and/or move objects, tools, ingredients weight 10-25 pounds
Must be able and willing to climb stairs with tools and equipment
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Must have excellent manual dexterity

Working Environment and Conditions

Frequent exposure to hot water, potentially slippery floors, ovens, stovetops with varying degrees in temperatures
Frequent exposure to fluctuating temperatures (inside and outside as needed)
Working in close quarters, standing for hours at a time
Lifting heavy pots and kettles, working near hot ovens and grills
Work hours may include early mornings, late evenings, holidays and weekends