Line Cook

Job Summary

Cona Restaurant is seeking a skilled, reliable, and enthusiastic Line Cook to support daily kitchen operations and prepare high-quality dishes in line with restaurant standards. The successful candidate will prepare ingredients, cook menu items efficiently, maintain food quality and presentation, and keep the workstation clean and organised. The ideal candidate will have good cooking skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy kitchen team.

Job Description

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and kitchen procedures.
• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and portion ingredients before service.
• Set up and organise the assigned cooking station before each shift.
• Follow preparation instructions to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is cooked thoroughly.
• Coordinate with chefs and kitchen colleagues to prepare orders accurately and on time.
• Follow customer dietary requirements and communicate allergen concerns to the kitchen supervisor.
• Prevent cross-contamination by following safe food-handling procedures.
• Store ingredients correctly and follow stock rotation guidelines.
• Monitor ingredient levels and report shortages to the kitchen supervisor.
• Keep worktops, cooking equipment, utensils, and preparation areas clean and organised.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and workplace cleaning procedures.
• Minimise food waste through careful preparation and portion control.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and organising kitchen supplies when required.
• Support other kitchen stations during busy service periods.
• Report equipment issues or food quality concerns to the head chef or supervisor.
• Complete assigned opening, closing, and cleaning duties.
• Carry out other reasonable tasks to support daily kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Line Cook, Commis Chef, or Kitchen Cook is beneficial.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and food preparation techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food standards.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
• Awareness of food allergies and cross-contamination risks.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong time-management and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays when required.

Pay: £15.00-£28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Language training provided
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person