Fine-Dining Salad Station Cook — High-Volume, Precise Prep

The Setai Hotels; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

401k plan

Paid vacation

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Gianni’s at the Villa Casa Casuarina in Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Salad Cook (Ensaladera) to join a high-volume, fine-dining kitchen. This role demands speed, precision, and consistency as the team handles 500–800 covers per night.

A non-entry level position with strong knife skills and plating attention is required. Responsibilities include maintaining a stocked salad station, preparing salads and dressings, and ensuring HACCP compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a salad or cold station
• Ability to work extremely fast and organized under pressure
• Strong knife skills and prep efficiency
• High attention to detail and plating presentation
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain a fully stocked and organized salad/cold station.
• Prepare salads, cold appetizers, dressings, and garnishes quickly and consistently.
• Prep vegetables, lettuces, fruits, herbs, and station items with precision.
• Assemble dishes at high speed during service while maintaining presentation standards.
• Keep excellent mise en place, rotation, and station cleanliness.
• Follow all food-safety and HACCP procedures.
• Assist with prep for daily service and large events.
• Communicate clearly with the line and expo during service.

Job description

Gianni’s at the Villa Casa Casuarina in Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Salad Cook (Ensaladera) to join a high-volume, fine-dining kitchen. This role demands speed, precision, and consistency as the team handles 500–800 covers per night.

A non-entry level position with strong knife skills and plating attention is required. Responsibilities include maintaining a stocked salad station, preparing salads and dressings, and ensuring HACCP compliance.