Hot Line Cook

Due' Cucina • Redmond, WA

68d • $24 - $26

About The Position

The Hot Line Cook prepares and cooks pasta, sauces, and other hot food items according to company standards. The role includes preparing and portioning ingredients, handling daily food preparation, maintaining adequate station stock, and taking responsibility for daily hotline operations. The cook coordinates with the Cold Line and Food Expeditor to support an efficient back-of-house workflow, follows recipes and food-safety procedures, and maintains cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, including the walk-in cooler. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Candidates need at least one year of prior kitchen experience, conversational English, and the ability to work evenings and weekends with scheduling flexibility. The position requires standing for an eight-hour shift, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and working in a kitchen environment with temperature changes, occasional smoke, steam, heat, and confined spaces. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess or be willing to obtain a Food Handler’s card within seven days of hire. Employment is subject to a background check after a conditional offer, including verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Washington State criminal-history records are reviewed individually in relation to the position’s duties.

Requirements

• At least one year of previous kitchen experience.
• High-energy, proactive approach and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Attention to detail.
• Passion for food.
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Food Handler’s card within seven days of hire.
• Ability to stand continuously throughout an eight-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 to work in a confined area.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends; scheduling flexibility.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must speak conversational English.
• Must undergo a background check after a conditional offer, including verification of the legal right to work in the United States.

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 to support kitchen operations.
• Handle preparation for items required in daily operations.
• Communicate effectively with the Cold Line and Food Expeditor to support a seamless back-of-house workflow.
• Take responsibility for daily hotline operations and maintain general kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, cooking methods, and kitchen procedures consistently.
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of food products 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 during shifts.
• Employee dining discount at all Due' Cucina locations.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Growth opportunities.
• Fun and friendly work environment.

What This Job Offers

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