Line Cook

Reports To

General Manager/Kitchen Manager

About Us

It takes characters to brew beer with character, and we at Ska Brewing Co. have been doing that since 1995. Our award-winning craft brewing roots are firmly planted in Durango, Colorado, where we work hard and play harder. Our community-minded organization does all it can to give back to the town we love.

About the Job

$18-$22 per hour DOE

In this position, you are required to perform a professional level of cooking, knife, and prep skills. This position both preps and works the station during service periods. Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be a team player with professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of food preparation and a la carte cooking
• Understanding of proper sanitation practices and policies
• Demonstrates proper cooking techniques and execution
• Ensure food is consistently made to standards set
• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinate the use of time, material, and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense
• Help with snow removal as needed

Our Ideal Candidate

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Should have a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred of at least 1 year
• Positive professional attitude
• Team player/collaborator with the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife-handling skills
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Possess a food handler's card from an accredited course or be willing to obtain one
• May be required to work additional hours, nights, weekends, and some holidays as dictated by the workload and staffing.
• Able to stand, carry, bend, stretch, stoop, pull and push, and lift up to 70 pounds
• Ability to follow standardized, written recipes and verbal instruction
• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness, and personal hygiene
• Regular, predictable, and dependable attendance
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
• Must have problem-solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized

Ska Bennies

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available to full-time employees (a portion of premiums is paid by Ska Brewing Company)
• Paid Time Off for Full-Time and Part-Time Employees
• 401(k) with company match
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Discounted Ski Passes to Purgatory Resort
• Free and/or discounted entries into local bike/running races
• Paid Holidays
• Dining Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Monthly employee tab to be used on merchandise and of course... BEER!

For More Information Contact Maggie at maggiek@skabrewing.com, or 970.247.5792 ext. 34