Line Cook Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Food service experience in BOH/kitchen
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and comprehend complex recipes
• Strong communication skills (written/reading/verbal); ability to take feedback well
• Ability to use weights, measures and comprehend recipes
• Knowledge of basic knife skills, chopping, and sautéing, grilling and food prep.
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to handle fast paced, high volume situations in a kitchen
• Ability to independently solve routine problems
• Flexible availability that includes weekends, evenings and holidays
• Ability to work as part of a team; flexible when given different assignments and directions
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs; stand or walk up to 10 hours
• Ability to bend, point, stand, twist, climb, and have dexterity of fingers
• Motivated with strong work ethic; self-starter
• Knowledgeable with safety protocols and cleaning techniques.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to receive and follow scheduling via computerized software.

Nice To Haves

• Has familiarity with a wide range of global cuisine and embraces creating multicultural offerings
• Experience with seasonal menus and farm to table ethos
• Experience working with professional kitchen equipment
• Prior line or prep cook experience in a fast-paced, fine dining setting
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience with menu preparation and implementation
• Culinary degree
• Pastry experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the executive chef’s specifications as well as assisting kitchen staff with daily tasks
• Working independently to help support Amuse kitchen team with prep and line cook duties, as instructed by the chefs
• Cooking menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff as well as making sure menu items are served in a timely manner
• Supporting chefs and kitchen staff with projects, inventories, deliveries, kitchen maintenance and cleanings
• Working to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe working environment
• Reporting accidents, issues or policy violations to kitchen leadership
• Supporting the museum’s commitment to provide quality customer service and quality products to our visitors and guests
• Flexibility to move from working on Amuse menu preparations to helping prepare other foods or undertaking other kitchen tasks, as needed
• Helping prepare foods for Best Café, Special Events and Floris when directed

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Free admission to special exhibitions
• Previews of special exhibitions
• Employee pricing for select museum programs and classes
• Discounts at Amuse, Floris, Best Café and the VMFA Shop