Brooklyn's Down South
Brooklyn's Down South is looking for a skilled, passionate Line Cook to join our kitchen team. If you take pride in your craft, thrive in a high-energy environment, and want to be part of a kitchen that's pushing toward something great we'd love to cook with you.
About the Role
As a Line Cook, you are the backbone of our kitchen. You'll work alongside a talented culinary team to execute our menu with speed, consistency, and care. We're a kitchen that values craft, communication, and continuous improvement and we want someone who brings that same mindset to every shift.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Execution
- Prepare and cook menu items to Brooklyn's Down South's recipes, standards, and plating specifications
- Execute service with speed and precision quality doesn't slow down when the tickets are stacking up
- Maintain consistency across every dish, every plate, every shift
- Assist with prep work including cutting, portioning, marinating, and mise en place
Station Management
- Set up and break down your station efficiently at the start and end of each shift
- Keep your station clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout service
- Monitor par levels, flag low inventory, and communicate needs to the Sous Chef or Executive Chef
- Rotate stock properly and ensure all products are labeled and stored according to food safety standards
Team & Communication
- Communicate clearly and professionally with the culinary team during service
- Receive feedback with openness and apply it in real time we're all here to get better
- Support teammates across stations when needed; we succeed together
- Embrace change and new techniques as our menu and kitchen evolve
Safety & Sanitation
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards at all times
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment throughout every shift
- Adhere to proper food handling, temperature, and storage protocols
What We're Looking For
- 1+ year of line cook experience in a full-service kitchen (preferred)
- Solid knife skills and foundational culinary technique
- Ability to work efficiently and stay composed in a fast-paced environment
- A team-oriented attitude no ego, just hustle and craft
- Food Handler's Certification (or ability to obtain)
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Genuine pride in your work and excitement about being part of a kitchen that's growing and evolving
Why Brooklyn's Down South
Our kitchen is a place where people grow. We invest in our team, push each other to be better, and take real pride in what comes out of our kitchen. If you want to cook somewhere that cares about the food and about you, this is it.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
