Description
We are seeking a skilled Line Cook III to join our team at Cecconi's Dumbo, located at 55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201.
As a Line Cook III, you will be responsible for contributing to the service and supporting a dedicated section, seamless preparation of food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs when needed. You will thrive in fast-paced environments and positively influence the team by demonstrating skilled abilities of one or more stations and remaining calm during a busy service.
Main Duties:
- Learn all menu items and produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments on one or more stations.
- Provide daily support in prep, kitchen maintenance, equipment, and inventory when needed.
- Prepare food items while adhering to allergy requests and specific dish alterations.
- Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner, following safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications, paying attention to cooking temps, wastage, and quality to reduce additional costs.
- Set up station according to Kitchen guidelines and maintain a safe, clean, organised, and stocked work area.
- Execute production and à la carte dishes, including weekend feast ideas and team meals.
- Work towards specific goals and Soho House Standards for speed of service goals and consistent experience.
- Ensure proper time and attendance procedures are followed when clocking in and out for shifts and breaks.
- Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with pre- and post-service meetings when requested.
- Restock all items as needed throughout the shift.
- Maintain a positive energy and remain influential to other team members while working under pressure.
- Attend 'Cook House' trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members.
- Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organisation of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1+ year's experience in a fast-paced, upscale, and approachable environment.
- Understanding of professional cooking and educated knife handling skills.
- Food handler's certificate.
- Strong communicator, able to take direction, and has a team player mentality.
- Proactive ability to build professional relationships with all leaders and kitchen team.
- Flexible schedule and ability to work morning, night, weekend, and holidays as needed.
- Proven ability to execute all menu items and adequately prepare to deliver top-quality dishes on stations as requested by the Supervisor.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
- Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8-10 hours.
- Fast-paced movements are required to go from one part of the kitchen and storage areas to others.
- Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds on occasion and 35 pounds regularly.
- Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water.
- Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package featuring global benefits and perks.
- Health Care + 401K: Full-time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental, and Vision, as well as a Retirement fund with a 2% match.
- Paid Time Off: Full-Time Employees have sick days + vacation days.
- Career Development: Opportunities for domestic and international career progression.
- Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change.
- Learning & Development: Extensive range of internally and externally run courses.
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink.
- Team Events: Fun events such as fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes.
- Team Meal: A substantial meal free of charge while on duty.