COOK

Bartolottas; Wauwatosa, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartolotta Restaurants is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Milwaukee area kitchens. The role involves preparing menu items and sauces, ensuring high quality and timely service.

You will work alongside experienced mentors in a hospitality-focused team, with opportunities for hands-on development and career growth in a respected family-run organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Basic understanding of food-handling techniques, preparation and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and under pressure.
• Must maintain personal cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to recipes, presentations and time guidelines.
• Handle sauces, pastas and grilled items to Bartolotta standards.
• Set up workstation and manage daily inventory with Chef guidance.
• Complete prep work and ensure quality and timely execution.
• Maintain sanitation and safety throughout the shift.
• Assist teammates and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Team player

Stamina

Sanitation basics

Food handling

Education

High school or vocational kitchen basics

Job description

Description

What are we looking for?

Chop, fire, grill, sauté—if the kitchen is your playground, join the best mentors in Milwaukee and take your craft to the next level. Turn technique into magic and create dishes that guests can’t forget.

Full job description below for specific responsibilities and requirements

What makes us great?

We look for people who have what we call a "hospitality heart," characterized by a commitment to providing excellence, a passion for taking care of our guests, and a “can-do” attitude. We're a family-run business, and we consider our team members part of The Bartolotta Restaurants family.

The Bartolotta Restaurants is a nationally recognized restaurant and catering organization co-founded by restaurateur Joe Bartolotta and his brother, two-time James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Bartolotta. Since 1993, The Bartolotta Restaurants has grown to become the premier culinary brand in the Greater Milwaukee region, offering first-class service and cuisine across a portfolio of 18 one-of-a-kind restaurants and catering facilities. As a forward-thinking and respected company, we also give back to our community through Care-a-lotta, a charitable program that supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Milwaukee.

At The Bartolotta Restaurants, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business, from the products we source to the food and service we deliver every day in our restaurants and catering venues. Our greatest asset in our company is our team members because, without them, we wouldn't be in business.

What do we have to offer?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members both personally and professionally, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Full Time Only)
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (Full Time Only)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• LegalShield and IDShield Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Complimentary Workday Family Meal
• Dining Discounts at Bartolotta Fine Dining Locations
• Discounted Discovery World Passes
• Discounted Fiserv Forum Tickets – Look at putting in the

In addition to these benefits, you will have the opportunity to work alongside world‑class mentors who provide hands‑on training and development opportunities to support your career growth. If you have a passion for excellence and hospitality, we would love to welcome you to our team.

JOB PURPOSE:

Cook will prepare menu times as directed by senior culinary staff by ensuring the quality known of The Bartolotta Restaurants.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares menu items according to standard recipes, plate presentations and specifications in a timely manner.
• Responsible for all sauces, pastas, and grilled food items.
• Sets up workstation according to station diagram and daily product inventory to Chef's standards.
• Completes all assigned prep work to Chefs standards.
• Maintains product presentation, product quality and cook time standards.
• Negotiates narrow crowded aisles with hot and cold food products.
• Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during and after shift.
• Practices sanitary and safe food handling always.
• Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.
• Performs side work before, during and after shift as has ended.
• Assist other team members with unit stations and management as needed.
• Assist in maintaining a safe working environment.
• Present professional demeanor in attire, language, and attitude.

All Other Duties as Assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in fast-paced, changing environment.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.