Line Cook

Three Brothers Wineries & Estates; City of Geneva (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off wine, beer, cider, and soda购买s

30% off merchandise

10 free tasting experience passes yer1

Free tastings on all products (21+)

Employee of the Week rewards

Job summary

Three Brothers Wineries & Estates in Geneva, NY is seeking a motivated part-time line cook to join our energetic kitchen team during peak seasons. You will prepare and plate meals, ensure quality and timely service, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

We value reliable team players who can thrive in a fast-paced setting, weekends and events; culinary training is preferred but not required. This seasonal role offers valuable experience in a bustling hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of proven line cook experience; culinary degree or equivalent certification desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary trends.
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook meals to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure timely food preparation and plating.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet customer expectations.
• Assist with other kitchen duties as required.

Skills

Line Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

Overview

Three Brothers Wineries & Estates is looking for a motivated and reliable experienced line cook to join our team. As a line cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals in a fast‑paced kitchen environment. We are looking for an energetic, passionate, and friendly team member that can efficiently multi‑task, and work in a fast‑paced environment with ease. Our café team, along with our tasting room team, form the backbone of the customer experience at Three Brothers Wineries & Estates. We work as a team to provide incredible service to customers visiting our facilities. A team player with a positive attitude and personable demeanor is essential. This is a part‑time, seasonal position with possibility of full‑time hours in peak season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook food according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure that all food is prepared and plated in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet customer expectations.
• Assist with other kitchen duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare ingredients, seasonings, and garnishes for meals according to recipe standards.
• Cooking and Plating: Cook food to order, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation meet company standards. Plate food properly before sending it to the front of the house.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Inventory Management: Assist with inventory control, keeping track of stock levels and ensuring proper storage of ingredients.
• Food Safety and Cleanliness: Follow all health and safety regulations, including food storage, hygiene practices, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff and servers to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food.
• Equipment Handling: Operate kitchen equipment (such as grills, fryers, ovens, and slicers) safely and properly.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with kitchen team members and front‑of‑house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Quality Control: Ensure food items meet quality standards before being sent to customers.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Line Cook or similar role for 1-2 years—culinary degree or equivalent certification is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary trends and best practices.
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work most weekends, some holidays, and at nights (for events), as needed.

Benefits

• 50% off wine, beer, cider, and soda purchases (if 21 or older).
• 30% off merchandise.
• 10 free tasting experience passes yearly for friends and family.
• Free tastings on all products (if 21 or older).
• Employee of the Week rewards.
• And much more!