Cook - Riva Italian Restaurant

Columbia Hospitality•Richland, WA

3d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook at Riva Italian Restaurant prepares menu items and daily kitchen preparations while maintaining food quality, presentation standards, and safe food-handling practices. The role includes cooking proteins to specified temperatures, adapting preparations to guest needs, and guiding line cooks during service. The cook also supports banquet execution for groups of up to 100 with a small team, conducts inventories, and maintains clean and sanitary work areas and equipment. This position performs opening and closing kitchen procedures, attends scheduled meetings and training, and completes other duties as assigned. The workplace is The Lodge at Columbia Point in Richland, Washington.

Requirements

At least 5 years of industry experience.
Ability to cook proteins to predetermined temperatures.
Ability to cook and direct a banquet for up to 100 people with the help of a small team.
Necessary state Food Handler’s License(s).
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to other employees.
Working knowledge of mother and minor sauces.
Working knowledge of proper butchering techniques.
Knowledge and mastery of specialized equipment, including slicers, Robo-Coup, Hobart equipment, and convection ovens.
Knife skills and ability to adjust preparations for flavor and accommodate customer needs in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Prepare menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and guest specifications.
Cook proteins to predetermined temperatures and ensure the quality and consistency of dishes.
Lead small culinary teams in banquet execution and daily preparation needs, including banquets for up to 100 people with a small team.
Follow proper food handling and storage practices in accordance with local and state regulations.
Conduct inventory, monitor product levels, and communicate replenishment needs to the Chef team.
Maintain sanitary and well-kept food preparation areas and kitchen equipment.
Operate and maintain specialized kitchen equipment, including slicers, Robo-Coup, Hobart mixers, and convection ovens.
Use proper knife skills and butchering techniques.
Adjust preparations for flavor and presentation while accommodating guest needs in a timely manner.
Provide direction and guidance to line cooks during service.
Perform opening and closing kitchen procedures.
Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
Complete other assigned tasks, related duties, and special projects based on business needs and management direction.

Benefits

Hourly pay range of $19–$21 per hour.
Tip and tip-pooling eligibility.
Daily pay option.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits.
401(k).
HSA/FSA plans with employer contribution.
Referral bonus.
Discounted lodging, dining, spa, golf, and retail.
Employee Assistance Program.
Volunteer opportunities.
Committee participation opportunities, including philanthropic and diversity, equity, and inclusion committees.
Task force work opportunities.
Online learning platform.
Third-party perks, including discounts on pet insurance, rental cars, movie and concert tickets, and theme parks and attractions.