Hot Line Cook

Due' Cucina • Dallas, TX

41d • $21 - $23

About The Position

The Hot Line Cook prepares pasta, sauces, and other hot food items to company standards, including preparing and portioning ingredients ahead of service. The role is responsible for daily hot-line operations, stocking the station, and maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler. The cook follows recipes, portion sizes, cooking methods, kitchen procedures, and all nutrition, sanitation, and food-safety guidelines. The role works closely with the Cold Line and Food Expeditor to support an efficient back-of-house workflow and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of previous kitchen experience.
• High-energy and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and under stress.
• Attention to detail and passion for food.
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Food Handler’s card within 7 days of hire.
• Ability to stand continuously throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move quickly.
• Finger and hand dexterity to operate kitchen machinery and knives.
• Ability to withstand temperature changes, occasional smoke, steam, and heat, and work in a confined area.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, with scheduling flexibility.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Conversational English required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak or understand Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and uphold company core values.
• Cook pasta, sauces, and other hot food items accurately and efficiently according to company standards.
• Prepare and portion ingredients in advance and handle preparation needed for daily operations.
• Communicate with the Cold Line and Food Expeditor to support seamless back-of-house workflow.
• Take responsibility for daily hot-line operations and maintain general kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, cooking methods, and kitchen procedures.
• Stock and maintain adequate food-product levels at the station.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler.
• Comply with nutrition, sanitation, and food-safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including an Employee Assistance Program, for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Dental insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Vision insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Paid sick time.
• Free meals on shift.
• Employee dining discount at all Due' Cucina locations.
• Competitive compensation based on experience: combined wage range of $21.00–$23.00 per hour, including an estimated $5.00 per hour in tips.
• Growth opportunities.
• Fun and friendly work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed