Looking to be a part of something new? Well that's us! Fidel's is a vibrant cocina and bar located in the heart of downtown Palisade! We have combined our passion for Latin fare and cocktails to create a delicious one stop shop for all! We are looking for driven candidates with a positive attitude to join our team! It is the responsibility of the Lead Line Cook to assist the owners and Executive Chef of Fidel's with menu planning, supply inventory, kitchen cleanliness and expediting orders. The Lead Line Cook is responsible for overseeing and planning the food preparation in the kitchen while supporting the Executive Chef with leadership roles and overall management of the kitchen. Daily requirements include but are not limited to: Managing inventory so all necessary ingredients are in stock for service Assisting training new hires for quick acclimation Run a station at a high level during service Lead the line/kitchen during shifts while ensuring prep is being completed in a timely, organized manner Ensure the line is running efficiently and menu items are prepared according to recipes and specs. Ensure safety and sanitation standards are being followed Create and maintain inventory par level lists for ordering, including specific pars for seasonality/seasonal busy times for the town Ensure consistency in taste, presentation of menu items and quality of all food prepared properly and recipes are being followed correctly Ensure kitchen opening, close and side tasks are being completed by kitchen staff, as assigned Skills Strong technical cooking ability across stations Speed and organization under pressure Ability to lead peers High accountability-need to set the tone for the shift Leadership Expectations Act as the point person in the kitchen during your shift Train and mentor new team members Correct mistakes in the moment Help maintain a focused kitchen Communincate clearly with kitchen team members and FOH Requirements Previous culinary experience required Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Food Handlers Certification Ability to stand for long periods of time

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid training

Experience:

restaurant kitchen: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person