Line Cook
About The Position
Sadie’s restaurant and garden bar in New York City’s Seaport, is bringing New American comfort food, an indoor-outdoor bar experience, and year-round programming to one of Lower Manhattan’s most vibrant waterfront neighborhoods. Seaport Entertainment is looking for a Line Cook to be based in Sadie's. Reporting directly to the Culinary – Chef De Cuisine, the Line Cook is responsible for the preparation and execution of menu items with precision and efficiency. Working collaboratively with the culinary team, your responsibilities include managing specific stations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience as a line cook.
- Knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate to heavy loads.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- A culinary degree or relevant culinary certifications are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Follow standardized recipes and guidelines to prepare and cook menu items.
- Execute precise and consistent measurements and techniques for all ingredients.
- Manage a designated cooking station, ensuring all dishes for that station are prepared and cooked according to order specifications.
- Coordinate with other line cooks to synchronize the timing of multiple orders.
- Utilize various cooking techniques, such as grilling, sautéing, baking, and frying, to achieve optimal flavor and texture.
- Monitor and adjust cooking times and temperatures as needed.
- Ensure that all dishes leaving the kitchen meet established quality standards.
- Conduct regular taste tests and visual inspections to maintain consistency.
- Assist in monitoring and managing inventory levels for your station.
- Communicate with kitchen management regarding ingredient needs and shortages.
- Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness of workstations.
- Follow safety protocols for handling kitchen equipment.
- Maintain clear communication with other kitchen staff, including chefs, line cooks, and dishwashers.
- Coordinate with the expediting team to ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Be adaptable and able to handle high-stress situations during peak service times.
- Demonstrate flexibility in performing various tasks as required by the kitchen's needs.
- Perform all other tasks as duties as assigned and/or per business need.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match contributions
- Life insurance coverage
- Generous paid time off policy
- Free family meal
- 50% employee discount at our businesses
- A robust employee referral bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
