Mercato Bar & Kitchen is looking for a Line Cook to join their team!
Mercato Bar & Kitchen is a small family owned restaurants serving Italian inspired fare. The menu changes seasonally, highlighting fresh and unique flavors throughout the year.
WHO YOU ARE: A motivated and organized individual. You are passionate about food and beverage and eager to learn.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- The Line Cook focuses on accurately and efficiently procuring, prepping, cooking and executing all menu items.
- Prepares a variety of meats, fish, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and assorted other kitchen equipment.
- Assumes ownership for the quality of products that they serve.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period.
- Follows the handling, portioning and rotation of all food products according to the Department of Health codes.
- Practices clean and sanitary work habits at their station including tables, shelves, cooking and refrigeration equipment.
- Assists in food preparation during off-peak hours as determined by the Manager on Duty (M.O.D).
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
- Assists in receiving and placement of food products and supplies.
- Provides high quality customer service in a timely manner.
- Opens and closes the kitchen properly and follows the appropriate checklists for stations.
- Any and all duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Able to communicate clearly with other chefs and cooks, front of house staff and MOD.
- Ability to follow recipes and plate presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Must be able to work on nights and weekends as required by business needs.
- Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to withstand high ambient temperatures while working in close proximity of cooking equipment.
- Ability to stand and work for extended periods of time during customary service hours.
- Ability to go up and down stairs throughout shift
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- Consistent scheduling from Tuesday to Saturday. The restaurant will be closed Sunday and Monday
- Competitive compensation
- Continued education in food and beverage
- The opportunity to work with quality seasonal ingredients
- Team oriented environment, focussed on learning and improving everyday
Pay: $18-$22 per hour (depending on experience)
Continue, develop, or launch your career with us at Mercato Bar & Kitchen.
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Shifts are Tuesday-Saturday from 2pm-11pm. Are you available during these hours? Are there times you are not available?
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
