Lead Line Cook

The Lead Line Cook assumes responsibility for leading the production of food at all stations, mentoring the cooks, working on the line and expediting, as well as supporting the executive chef & sous chef in all aspects of day to day operation.

We are a private 34-seat restaurant located inside the prestigious building 15 Central Park West.

There is a great opportunity for growth within the organization as we expand our culinary offering.

All experience levels encouraged to apply, we love to teach if you love to learn.

The Role:

• Consistently deliver a culture of genuine Hospitality to guests and team members.
• Lead a high performing kitchen team and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each day’s specific service periods.
• Delivers consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team and ensuring an effectively expedited service.
• Educate dining room service staff on all aspects of food menu & culinary procedures through tastings and staff presentation.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative work environment for both the service and kitchen teams, always ensuring clear communication.
• Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence.
• Ensure that back of house operations are kept clean, safe and up to all “A” level health code standards.
• Lead the kitchen team to ensure all team members are appropriately trained to execute the assigned station properly.
• Provides feedback and guidance with excellence and hospitality in mind, ensuring that all team members have a pathway for growth and development.
• Consistently looks for internal and external opportunities to build our growing team.

Experience:

• 3+ years of line experience in fine dining or similar environment
• Creativity and the ability to compose a dish from idea to daily execution, recipe building.
• Comfortable and passionate about cooking with the seasons

Compensation:

• 22-24$ per hour + Holiday Bonus
• Saturdays off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Winter and Summer break.
• 401k / flex spending / discounted rate for underground parking 

 

 

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Wellness Program, Paid Winter Holiday & Summer breaks + Holiday Bonus +Saturdays Off