Line Cook

Sixty Vines • Gaithersburg, MD

29d

About The Position

At Sixty Vines, chef-driven menus are inspired by seasonal wine-country cuisine, made with high-quality ingredients, and served fresh from an open scratch kitchen. The Line Cook cooks and prepares food according to recipes, ensures items are prepared correctly before cooking and plating, and executes menu items within the times designated by the Chef Partner. The role also involves maintaining food quality, safe and sanitary work areas, properly handling products and equipment, and communicating professionally with guests, coworkers, and management.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and understand tickets.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must properly use a knife and other equipment needed to perform tasks.
• Must maintain a current Food Handler's Certification and practice proper sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests and coworkers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Prepare food products according to prescribed methods and recipes.
• Follow and maintain outlined cook times for prepared items.
• Maintain the highest possible level of food quality.
• Receive and store products according to local health regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen and work environment, including clean and dry floors.
• Regularly clean and organize walk-in, dry storage, and freezer areas.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including maintaining a current Food Handler's Certification.
• Follow restaurant regulations established by the Chef Partner and management team.
• Safely and efficiently operate kitchen equipment and tools.
• Clean and maintain equipment and utensils required for job performance, and promptly report equipment issues to a supervisor.
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, ready to work in proper uniform.
• Follow storage, rotation, and sanitation procedures; label and date prepared products.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with coworkers and management, and follow management's instructions and suggestions.
• Respond to verbal requests from kitchen staff in a timely and professional manner.
• Read and understand tickets, including menu items and modifications.
• Assemble and dismantle the workstation in a timely manner.
• Maintain station cleanliness during the shift.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Insurance after 60 days, subject to a minimum average-hours requirement.
• Five days of PTO after one year, subject to minimum average-hours-worked requirements.
• Average $20+/hour.
• Wine country trips every quarter.
• WSET / Sommelier certification.

What This Job Offers

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