Line Cook

Job Description The Original Oyster House – Causeway/Spanish Fort location is looking for Cooks (Prep, Grill, Fry) that have open availability to work days, afternoons, evenings, some holidays, and weekend shifts. Some overtime hours may be expected during peak season. Line Cooks should have one year previous experience in a fast-paced restaurant. Candidates should have a deep sense of team-work, willingness to learn and adapt to change. Must be professional, well-groomed, have a friendly, positive disposition, and reflect our core values. Company benefits: major medical & dental through BCBS of Alabama; supplemental insurance (life insurance, accident, short term disability, medical bridge) through Colonial; employer-paid $25,000 life insurance; discounted meals; tuition discount through our college partnership program (employees & immediate family members); vacation; and closed for some major holidays, such as: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. Job Responsibilities: Multi-tasker Cook to Original Oyster House standards and according to food handlers’ guidelines Cook to order Willingness to learn and follow recipes Follow proper food handling techniques Knowledge of kitchen equipment Knowledge of cooking procedures Follow proper sanitation guidelines Be a team player Communicate well with co-workers and managers Be able to self-motivate in work environment Able to follow written or verbal instructions Reliability is a must – must have good transportation Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards. Performs other related duties as assigned. Performs all functions in accordance with applicable state laws and objectives of the Original Oyster House, as well as established policies, procedures, and controls. Required Skills/Abilities: Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety. Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. Ability to work quickly and efficiently. Ability to work well as part of a team or independently. At least one year of cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant required. Education and Experience: High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred. Physical Requirements: Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (6 hours) and working in a kitchen with extreme heat or cold. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to walk, lift, reach (both outward and upward), bend, twist and stoop frequently. Frequent stair-climbing and fast-paced walking. The Original Oyster House is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, citizenship, military obligations, veteran status, disability status or other activities or statuses protected by law. Company Description The Original Oyster House is a “must-go-to” place for great fresh Gulf seafood, service and Southern hospitality and for its panoramic waterfront sunsets. A top spot for hand-shucked and fire-grilled oysters, the Original Oyster House is legendary for its homemade gumbo, cheesy grits with blackened shrimp as well as handcrafted desserts including its famous peanut butter chocolate chip pie. Patrons, employees and children are welcomed as family. Known as an employer of choice, Original Oyster House has long-time, loyal employees who value family, integrity and great service. Consistently earning high marks in customer satisfaction, Original Oyster House’s mission is to exceed customers’ expectations and to give back to the community. Both locations offer spectacular waterfront views, private party rooms and have been celebrated as the area’s finest family restaurants for more than 30 years.