Lead Line Cook(PT) | Galloway's Cocktail Bar

Columbia Hospitality; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $20–$23

Tip & tip pooling eligible

Paid time off & holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 3

401K

HSA/FSA plans

Employee discounts

Volunteer opportunities

Online learning platform

Referral bonus

Culture add - diverse locations

Galloway’s perks

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality’s Galloway’s Cocktail Bar in Bellingham, WA is seeking a part-time Lead Line Cook to support daily prep, assist with new menu items, and maintain high-quality food presentations. You will supervise line cooks, ensure sanitation, and help with opening/closing kitchen operations to meet guest expectations for fresh bites and crafted cocktails.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years’ kitchen experience, knife skills, and a State Food Handler’s license, and thrive in a values-driven,

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industry
• Able to cook proteins to pre-determined temperatures
• State Food Handler’s License(s)
• Ability to read and follow instructions and present information clearly
• Working knowledge of basic sauces
• Must possess knife skills and accommodate customers’ needs

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily prep per specification sheets
• Prepare new menu items under supervisor
• Ensure attractive presentation of food items
• Supervise line cooks to monitor quality and consistency
• Handle customer requests in a timely manner
• Set up, restock, and maintain prep areas
• Open and close kitchen procedures
• Read and interpret recipes and conduct inventories

Skills

Knife skills

Food prep knowledge

Temperature control

Reading recipes

Education

State Food Handler’s License

Tools

Equipment proficiency

Job description

Lead Line Cook (Part-Time) | Galloway's Cocktail Bar
Let’s start off with the most important part - what’s in it for you:

The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Hourly Pay Range: $20-$23 DOE
• Tip/Tip Pooling Eligible
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:

Your Impact

• Utilizes specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements, maintains par levels of necessary items
• Prepares new menu items under direction of supervisor
• Ensures attractive, consistent presentations of food items in restaurant
• Interacts/supervises line cooks to monitor quality, presentation and consistency of food items prepared
• Handles all needs and accommodates customer requests in a timely manner
• Sets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food preparation areas
• Responsible for ensuring presentation standards are meet for all hot and cold items
• Reads and interprets recipes
• Conducts product inventories, ordering and receiving of product
• Responsible for team maintenance of grooming standards
• Responsible for team adherence to standards for sanitation and safe food handling
• Responsible for all opening and closing kitchen procedures

What You Bring

• 3+ years in industry and confidence to self pace
• Able to cook proteins to pre-determined temperatures
• Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s)
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Working knowledge of all mother and minor sauces
• Knowledge of specialized equipment
• Must possess knife skills, the ability to adjust preparations for flavor, and accommodate customer’s needs in a timely manner

Where you’ll work:

Accessed through the Fairhaven Village Inn lobby, Galloway’s Cocktail Bar is a small, upscale cocktail bar featuring a selection of fine wines, microbrews, and craft cocktails alongside tasty bites and locally made desserts. Guests will enjoy Galloway’s cozy, luxurious ambience and a high-quality and personable experience. The team at Galloway’s is committed to creating exceptional experiences for every patron that comes through our doors.

The Fine Print

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.