AM Line Cook – Seaport

Row34; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

MBTA Pass

Staff meal

Dining policy

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Row 34 in Boston seeks an AM Lunch Cook to join our high-energy oyster bar team. You will prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to recipes and our standards in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time role requires consistency, knife skills, food safety, and collaboration with the kitchen staff to deliver quality service.

Competitive pay, health benefits options after probation, and opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items to recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced with a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Comfortable in tight spaces with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards ensuring each dish meets presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure proper cooking and storage.
• Report issues with food quality or delays to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels and alert management to low stock situations.
• Ensure dishes from the station meet quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and keep kitchen equipment clean.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships.
• Undertake additional tasks to support efficient operation of the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Knife skills

Multitasking

Tools

Sharp knives

Thermometers

Inventory management

Job description

Row 34 is an award winning high energy neighborhood oyster bar with locations in the Seaport and Kenmore Square neighborhoods of Boston MA; Cambridge MA; Burlington MA; and Portsmouth NH. We pride ourselves on our extensive oyster program dynamic menu centered on the freshest seafood and people first culture that values teamwork growth and hospitality. Row 34 Seaport is in search of an AM Lunch Cook to join the team. The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff responsible for the preparation cooking and presentation of dishes according to the restaurants standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast paced cooking environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef
• Keep track of inventory levels for menu items alerting management and front of house staff to low stock situations
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurants quality expectations
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety
• Maintain strict adherence to health safety and sanitation guidelines including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests
• Available to work flexible shifts including evenings weekends and holidays
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment including sharp knives
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting
• Comfortable working in tight potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces
• Must be available Full Time for Lunch Shifts 9am 4pm

Row 34 is a progressive organization that offers an exciting supportive and inclusive environment designed to foster growth and continued education in and out of the restaurant We believe in the transformative power of personal and professional growth.

Pay ranges 22 24hr

• Medical Dental Vision Accident Disability Insurance offered at 90 days of employment
• MBTA Pass Program Eligibility available day 1 of employment
• Daily staff meal
• Employee Dining Policy
• Opportunities to grow within the company