Senior Line Cook

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Line Cook to join the kitchen team. This position is ideal for a skilled culinary professional with strong line experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to maintain quality and consistency in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

The Senior Line Cook will take ownership of assigned kitchen stations, oversee preparation and execution during service, and help maintain the standards of food quality, presentation, organization, and sanitation. The successful candidate will also support and assist other kitchen team members while working collaboratively with the Executive Chef to ensure smooth daily kitchen operations.

Restaurant Hours

- Monday–Thursday: 3:00 PM–9:00 PM

- Friday–Saturday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM

- Sunday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and execute menu items according to established recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.

- Manage assigned kitchen stations, ensuring proper setup, preparation, and organization before and throughout service.

- Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, and presentation during busy service periods.

- Demonstrate strong culinary techniques, knife skills, and proficiency in kitchen preparation.

- Assist with daily prep planning, inventory monitoring, and proper food storage.

- Support and guide other line cooks to maintain consistency and efficient kitchen operations.

- Coordinate with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate food preparation.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout each shift.

- Follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements.

- Assist with additional kitchen duties and stations as operationally needed.

Qualifications

- 3–5 years of professional line cook experience in a full-service restaurant.

- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and cooking techniques.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities during high-volume service.

- Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.

- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food quality and presentation.

- Knowledge of food safety, proper food handling, and sanitation practices.

- Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.

- Dependable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

- Experience in Italian cuisine or a comparable full-service restaurant.

- Experience with sauté, grill, pasta, and other line stations.

- Prior experience assisting with training or supporting less-experienced kitchen staff.

- Food Handler or ServSafe certification.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

- Ability to stand and move throughout an extended shift.

- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

- Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements.

- Ability to work in a commercial kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, cold temperatures, and noise.

- Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.