Line Cook

Italian Village Restaurants   is hiring a dedicated   Line Cook   for Sotto, a restaurant that is part of a 3-unit historic, family-owned and operated restaurant group.

The Line Cooks’ role is to support the chef, sous chef and kitchen team. You’ll be responsible for stocking your cooking area with all the essential items, your station’s workflow, and getting meals out on time. You'll play a key role in contributing to our guests’ satisfaction.

Our Values

For each other…

• We make space for feedback, personal and professional growth, and trust
• We believe in the human dignity and goodness of each of our co-workers
• We remain a family and prioritize family

For our guests…

We make magic moments happen and bring traditions to life, every night

We believe in building personal connection that goes above and beyond executing service

We remain grateful and gracious

For our community…

We make contributions of time and resources

We believe in a better world built from small, consistent action

We remain engaged and invested over the long-term

To preserve our legacy…

We make careful and equitable decisions

We believe in preserving the American Dream

We remain committed to sharing our stories

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Line Cook's core responsibilities include setting up and stocking station(s), preparing food for service (cooking and prepping), following recipes, following all instructions from chefs, and cleaning and breaking down the station at the end of the night.

Line Cooks will cook food by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods

Line Cooks will answer, report, and follow all chef instructions

Line Cooks will set up their station at the beginning of a shift and clean and breakdown their station at the end of their shift

Line Cooks will complete required mise en place or prep list in a timely fashion

Line Cooks will maintain food cost goals through proactive awareness of station par levels, food rotation, proper labeling and waste management

Line cooks will adhere to the recipe and food presentation specifications and portion control

Line Cooks will comply with all safety, sanitation, and nutrition regulations and standards

Line Cooks will maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests

Line Cooks will work together with other Line Cooks to cover all kitchen stations, if needed

Line Cooks will understand and comply with all restaurant policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs.

Qualifications (Required) :

Ability to get along with others - pleasant personality and neat, clean appearance

At least 18 years of age and legally allowed to work in the United States

Ability to follow verbal instructions well and accept constructive feedback on job performance

Ability to communicate scheduling needs, equipment issues, and any other concerns with the Chef

Willingness to work nights and weekends regularly

Willingness to work flexible and irregular hours

Ability to lift and carry up to 30-50 pounds frequently while moving up and down stairs

Ability to work standing on your feet for up to 8-10 hours daily

Ability to perform tasks in a timely and efficient manner with a focus on quality

Ability to perform more than one task at a time and prioritize

Ability to move and work fast, but also be thoughtful and gentle as to not break plate and glassware

Ability to go up and down up to 3 flights of stairs as needed to perform tasks

Ability to reach up to 6 feet overhead (can use crate) or bend over and stoop to the ground while cleaning

Ability to work in spaces with slick, often wet floors in a careful manner

Ability to work in a confined, crowded, fast-moving space with high noise and light levels

Benefits

Employee discount (50% off on all food to-go)

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Healthcare availability (health, dental, vision)

401K availability (with up to 4% match)

Family-owned and operated business with a strong commitment to personal and professional development, internal promotion, and the happiness of the whole team

Shift availability :

Night Shift

Weekends

Work Location : In person

Italian Village Restaurants is committed to maintaining our diverse and inclusive workforce and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Types : Full-time

Pay : $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Shift :

Evening shift

Experience :

Restaurant experience : 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability :

Night Shift

Night Shift (Required)

Work Location : In person