Art-Driven Line Cook: Craft Flawless Plates

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

21c Museum Hotels is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare hot food items, plate dishes, and assist with garnishes for a diverse menu. You will work as part of a team to deliver high-quality plates in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will understand menu techniques, maintain a clean station, and positively handle feedback while ensuring freshness and proper seasoning across dishes.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills; must be able to speak, read, and understand English.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for all things 21c.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Understands menu and techniques required to execute the dishes properly.
• Reports to work on time and ready to work scheduled shift.
• Able to work as part of a team focused on a common goal.
• Possesses and brings in the proper tools to do the job: microplanes, knives, honing steel, tongs, spatula, saucing and plating spoons (the restaurant provides any other necessary tools).
• Understands the importance of tasting and seasoning the food properly, no matter how simple the dish.
• Understands how to work with different forms of heat and cooking methods.
• Receives and applies criticism in a positive manner, even from fellow employees.
• Understands and has experience using different kinds of proteins, fruits, vegetables, grains, dry goods, spices, vinegars, etc.
• Actively learns through inquiry.
• Keeps a clean and organized work station before, during, and post service.
• Knows station set up and pars to assist sous chefs in ordering and writing prep lists for the next day.
• Able to identify product quality and freshness.

Skills

Strong communication

English proficiency

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

21c Museum Hotels is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare hot food items, plate dishes, and assist with garnishes for a diverse menu. You will work as part of a team to deliver high-quality plates in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will understand menu techniques, maintain a clean station, and positively handle feedback while ensuring freshness and proper seasoning across dishes.