Line Chef

StaffedUp; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hippo Cafe Italian Nights is seeking a Line Chef to bring authentic Italian cuisine to life in a fast-paced, full‑service restaurant. You’ll prepare scratch-made dishes as part of a close-knit kitchen team, developing your skills in a quality-driven hospitality environment.

We value strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work evenings and weekends. Training is provided for sauté line specialists, with opportunities to grow across all kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a line cook in an Italian kitchen, or strong proficiency with sauté line cooking.
• Solid culinary skills and familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and Italian cooking techniques.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain composure in a high-pressure restaurant environment.
• Strong attention to detail for quality, consistency, and plating.
• Food Safety Certification (ServSafe or equivalent preferred).

Responsibilities

• Kitchen Operations: Work as an integral part of our kitchen team, mastering every station needed to produce our scratch Italian menu items.
• Food Preparation & Quality Control: Execute high-quality sautéed and baked menu items to order, ensuring every dish meets our standards for taste and presentation.
• Line Cooking & Expedite Service: Manage multiple orders simultaneously during busy service periods, maintaining speed and consistency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Menu Prep: Assist with prepping ingredients and menu items to keep the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols to ensure a clean and safe workspace.

Skills

Italian cooking techniques

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Sauté line cooking

Education

ServSafe or equivalent Food Safety Certification

Job description

Line Chef - Full Time

Hippo Cafe Italian Nights | 109 E Front St

Job Summary

Join Hippo Cafe Italian Nights as a Line Chef and bring authentic Italian cuisine to life in our vibrant, full-service restaurant. As part of our kitchen staff, you’ll prepare scratch-made Italian dishes in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is a great opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about Italian food and eager to develop their skills in a quality-driven hospitality team.

Key Responsibilities

• Kitchen Operations: Work as an integral part of our kitchen team, mastering every station needed to produce our scratch Italian menu items.
• Food Preparation & Quality Control: Execute high-quality sautéed and baked menu items to order, ensuring every dish meets our standards for taste and presentation.
• Line Cooking & Expedite Service: Manage multiple orders simultaneously during busy service periods, maintaining speed and consistency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Menu Prep: Assist with prepping ingredients and menu items to keep the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols to ensure a clean and safe workspace.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a line cook in an Italian kitchen, or strong proficiency with sauté line cooking (training provided for candidates skilled with sauté pans)
• Solid culinary skills and familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and Italian cooking techniques
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain composure in a high-pressure restaurant environment
• Strong attention to detail for quality, consistency, and plating
• Food Safety Certification (ServSafe or equivalent preferred)

Schedule

Full time; must be available to work evenings and weekends as required by restaurant operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work in a passionate, quality-driven kitchen focused on scratch-made Italian cuisine
• Be part of a supportive and energetic hospitality team
• Opportunities to learn and grow your skills across all areas of kitchen operations
• Positive, team-oriented environment in a locally loved restaurant