Junior Service Line Cook Hourly

Dinex Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fine dining is seeking a Junior Service Line Cook to prepare and present high-quality appetizers and other menu items. The ideal candidate will possess a warm demeanor and exceptional customer service skills, with a minimum of 1+ years of fine dining experience. Join a dynamic team and contribute to a unique dining experience, ensuring food safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• At least 1+ years of experience in a fine dining environment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare appetizers, soups, and salads.
• Plate, decorate, and present dishes to customers.
• Maintain food safety standards, including proper storage.

Skills

Customer service

Warm and friendly demeanor

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

The Junior Service Line Cook at Joji will work to prepare and present guests with hot and cold appetizers and other similar menu items, adhering to the restaurant's recipes and procedures to ensure a unique and enjoyable dining experience.

We are seeking professional cooks with 2+ years of fine dining experience; experience in a Japanese restaurant is a plus.

Requirements:

1. Prepare appetizers, soups, and salads.
2. Plate, decorate, and present dishes to customers.
3. Follow recipes and team processes to meet time and quality standards.
4. Maintain food safety standards, including proper storage, use of PPE, and maintaining proper pH of rice, among others.
5. Ensure correct temperatures are always met and maintained.
6. Follow cleaning procedures and ensure hygiene practices, including thorough cleaning at the end of each shift.
7. Collaborate effectively and respectfully with team members.
8. Communicate with management, report equipment issues and service concerns.
9. Minimize inventory waste.
10. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills, Abilities, and Experience:

1. At least 1+ years of experience in a fine dining environment.
2. Exceptional customer service skills.
3. Warm and friendly demeanor.
4. Strong communication skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure.
6. This role requires standing 100% of the time.
7. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
8. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military status, or any other protected characteristic.