Line Cook

About Company:

New School Mediterranean

Celebrating 55 Locations

Our journey began in downtown San Diego, where we worked alongside our team to create a ‘New-School’ Mediterranean style, combining traditional flavors, familiar ingredients, and genuine service to create memorable experiences for all.

About the Role:

The Line Cook plays a critical role in the kitchen by preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that all food is cooked to the restaurant's standards and delivered promptly. This position requires attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. The Line Cook collaborates closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate food preparation and plating, contributing to a seamless dining experience for guests. This role demands adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines to guarantee the health and safety of both customers and staff. Ultimately, the Line Cook helps uphold the restaurant’s reputation by delivering delicious meals that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience working as a line cook or in a similar kitchen role.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary school training or certification.
• Experience with specific cuisine types relevant to the restaurant’s menu.
• Knowledge of inventory management and ordering processes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations throughout the shift.
• Ensure all food is stored, handled, and cooked in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with kitchen team members to manage food orders and maintain efficient workflow.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries as needed.
• Adapt to changing menu items and special dietary requests with flexibility and professionalism.

Skills:

The required skills such as food preparation techniques and knowledge of kitchen equipment are essential for efficiently producing consistent, high-quality dishes. Food safety and sanitation skills ensure that all meals are prepared in a hygienic environment, protecting both customers and staff. Physical stamina and multitasking abilities enable the Line Cook to maintain productivity during busy service periods. Preferred skills like culinary training and inventory management enhance the cook’s ability to contribute to menu development and kitchen operations. Strong communication and teamwork skills facilitate smooth collaboration with other kitchen staff, ensuring timely and coordinated meal service.