Hot Line Cook

The Lobster Place Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Lobster Place Inc. in Chelsea Market is seeking a dedicated HOT LINE COOK to join a fast-paced kitchen environment. You will work on the hot line, assist prep, and ensure mise-en-place is ready for service, collaborating with chefs for smooth dining room flow.

We offer competitive pay at $23.00/hr, plus a 401K match, paid time off, employee discounts, a $600 referral bonus, and an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.

Qualifications

• Understanding of restaurant hospitality and fine dining requirements.
• Ability to handle sharp knives and kitchen tools.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Works all stations on the hot line.
• Prepares mise-en-place for workstation and assists prep.
• Coordinates plating with other cooks and chefs.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of the work area.
• Communicates with chefs before, during, and after service.

Skills

Restaurant hospitality knowledge

Fine dining awareness

Knife handling

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to work in fast-paced

Job description

Are you a skillful, professional, and dedicated cook looking for a positive, welcoming, and fast-paced work environment? Do you want highly competitive pay and benefits, a steady schedule, and teammates and chefs who have your back? Are you looking for a workplace where you can grow and thrive? Then a HOT LINE COOK role at Lobster Place Seafood Hall is a great opportunity for you.

About Us:

We are a unique, beloved operation that includes the Michelin-acclaimed Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar and the one-of-a-kind Lobster Place Seafood Hall, all under one roof.

Our seafood-focused menu, high-quality food, and human-centered hospitality helps make us the most visited food destination in Chelsea Market.

We’ve been taking care of our guests and each other since 1974 – and we’re proud of a culture that emphasizes both excellence and compassion.

About You:

You take pride in making great food.

You value a workplace where you look out for your co-workers, and they look out for you.

You want to learn and grow while balancing your personal life with a good-paying job.

Hourly Rate: $23.00/hr

• 401K plan w/ company match
• In addition to Paid Sick Leave, Lobster Place provides generous paid time off depending on position and tenure.
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Program- $600 Bonus if you refer a successful hire.
• Employee Assistance Program to help promote well-being and enhance quality of life for you and your family.

Duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Works all stations on the HOT LINE
• Can work all cold stations and assist in prep.
• Prepares mise-en-place for workstation on the kitchen line
• Maintains accurate prep lists
• Inspects and tastes all of ingredients for quality control
• Presents excellent food for service
• Coordinates pick-ups and plating with other cooks and Chefs
• Communicates with Chefs and other cooks before, during and after service
• Cleans and sanitizes work area and maintains designated cooler space
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Understanding and experience of restaurant hospitality and fine dining
• Owns sharp knives and kitchen tools
• Willingness to learn and retain knowledge
• Good time management and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines
• Understanding of NYC health department codes

Working conditions

This job operates in a professional kitchen environment. This role routinely uses standard kitchen equipment including knives and appliances. Kitchen is small and efficient, and temperatures may be high. The workspace is on two levels and ability to use stairs is required.

Essential Functions of the Job

While performing the duties of this job, it is required to stand for several hours at a time; walk; sit. The employee must occasionally lift or move kitchen products and supplies, up to 40 pounds. Days and hours of work vary and are generally assigned as a 40 hour per week schedule. This position regularly requires evening and weekend work. This is a full-time (occasionally part-time), FLSA non-exempt hourly position in the Kitchen at Chelsea Market at 75 9 th Avenue.

LP Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is determined based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.