What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Line Cook position at JT's Urban Italian - Buffalo?
JT's Urban Italian in Buffalo, NY is looking to hire a full-time Line Cook to prepare stations, cook food, and maintain cleanliness in our kitchen. Are you able to work quickly while still maintaining quality and accuracy? Do you want to further your career in the culinary industry? Would you like to have a job in a restaurant that has an excellent work environment? If so, please read on!
This kitchen position earns competitive pay starting at $18.00 per hour commensurate with experience. We provide generous benefits, including paid time off (PTO), 401(k) eligibility after 1 year, an employee discount card, and referral bonuses. If this sounds like the right food service opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT JT'S URBAN ITALIAN
After establishing three successful New York eateries, our owners opened JT's Urban Italian in 2017. With our modern aesthetic, vibrant atmosphere, and excellent service, we've become Buffalo's go-to destination for casual fine dining. At JT's, we pride ourselves on creating an innovative menu featuring exquisite cuisine crafted with only the finest ingredients. Guests also enjoy our well-stocked bar with its curated selection of craft beers, unique hand-crafted cocktails, and extensive wine list.
Our dedicated staff contributes directly to our success by providing quality food and great service. We believe that our guests' experiences correlate to the level of respect, support, and cooperation among our staff and management. By nurturing a fun, positive work environment, we strive to help our employees build careers they can be proud of.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LINE COOK
As a Line Cook at our restaurant, you arrive each day determined to ensure that every meal that leaves our kitchen lives up to our standards of quality. As you set up various stations, you help stock food items and other necessary supplies. You prepare to cook by cutting, chopping, and mixing ingredients as well as creating sauces. Using specified recipes, you cook meals by grilling, frying, sautéing, and using other cooking methods. Your attention to detail ensures that each dish meets our standards as well as adheres to any special requests.
To make sure that properly cooked dishes get out to diners in a timely manner, you communicate effectively with other kitchen staff while working in an organized, coordinated, and efficient manner. You always maintain the cleanliness of food prep areas and follow sanitation standards to the letter. At the end of each shift, you diligently clean and sanitize cooking surfaces, perform inventory checks, and complete food storage logs. You love working in a fast-paced culinary environment, creating delicious meals for guests, and contributing to the success of our restaurant!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A LINE COOK
- 3 years as a restaurant cook OR equivalent culinary experience
- Extensive food knowledge
Do you have good communication skills, both verbal and written? Are you organized? Can you make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism? Do you work well with others? If yes, you might just be perfect for this food service position!
WORK SCHEDULE FOR A LINE COOK
This full-time food service position typically works a 5-day work week, including evenings and weekends.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CULINARY TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this food service job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 14222
Salary : $18
