Line Cook

Overview: Delivering 5-star experiences is our mission at Rusty Pelican, a premiere waterfront dining destination in Miami. Our team believes that exceptional cuisine, glamorous decor, and top-notch service make us the hottest destination for locals and tourists alike. We're hiring individuals who share our passion for delivering outstanding experiences to our fellow team members, guests, partners, and community.

Job Summary: The Line Cook will prepare high-quality menu items and specials in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. This role requires maintaining organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Top-Notch Benefits:

• Competitive pay and opportunities for growth and advancement.
• 24 hours paid sick time per year.
• Management Referral Program with a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions.
• Employee meals and assistance program (EAP) for work-life balance.
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year.
• Up to 3 days paid bereavement leave.
• Moral (PRIDE) Program rewarding employees for demonstrating company values.
• Full-time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, and 401(k) with annual employer match.

Basic Job Duties:

• Prepare menu items according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity and plate presentation guidelines.
• Read tickets and prepare orders.
• Maintain superior quality in production of all food items.
• Work efficiently to ensure timely output of restaurant menu items.
• Keep updated on recipe changes and ensure proper execution of recipe procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area throughout shifts.
• Complete assigned prep work for stocking and set up of station.
• Break down and clean station thoroughly every day.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products to par.
• Adhere to Company and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned, such as stock counts, labeling, and signage of products.

Education and Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Current food safety certification, such as ServSafe and SafeStaff, or ability to obtain upon hire.

Experience: 2 years of experience in line cooking or preparation capacity

Physical Demands:

• Frequent lifting, moving, and carrying of kitchen ware, cleaning equipment, food boxes, garbage weighing up to 30-40 pounds.
• Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to move food items, equipment, etc.
• Repeating motions involving wrists, hands, and/or fingers.