Line Cook Job at Altamarea Group (Washington D.C.)

Job Description

We are looking for passionate and dedicated Part-time Line Cooks to join the team. Be a part of this truly unique restaurant and work alongside hospitality pioneers and positive team members in an inclusive and professional environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in multiple stations, including cold stations like Garde Manger.

Job Responsibility

Work and serve as key member of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at direction of Chefs with utmost quality, precision and consistency
Learn and develop maximum proficiency with the various stations (garde manger, pasta, grill, saute, pizza) as assigned by Chefs, which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate smooth and efficient kitchen
Work in a high-intensity kitchen and work environment and be able to handle rigors of busy services while not sacrificing quality and consistency of dishes
Support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed, including handling duties of other stations (i.e., pastry, pasta, etc.) or supporting prep cooks

Requirements

At least 1 year of relevant restaurant experience preferred
Culinary and/or college degree recommended with considerable working knowledge of relevant food preparation
Genuine passion for cooking, restaurant hospitality and learning new skills
Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen / work environment
Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role
Willingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps and health and cleaning procedures
Broad and flexible availability to work – AM/PM service and prep/production
Physical requirements include: ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of time