Line Cook

Sage Restaurant Group; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a kitchen team member to ensure quality control and efficient service in a dynamic environment at Degree Brewpub. Candidates should have a high school diploma and related experience, contributing to a culture of creativity and belonging, with generous employee perks.

Benefits

40% Restaurant discount while on-shift!

Employee Referral Program - $500 to $1000 based on position!

Free Monthly RTD EcoPass

Free Onsite Parking!

Sage Savings Spot Deals

Discounted Hotel rates at all managed Hotels & Restaurants

Paid time off for Vacation, Sick days and Holidays (FT Employees)

A fun work environment that encourages individuality

Qualifications

• One to two years of related employment experience.
• Knowledge of cooking practices and procedures to perform analytical work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food is presented efficiently and with quality.
• Monitor line setup to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Maintain equipment and enforce kitchen sanitation levels.

Skills

Knowledge of cooking practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY/WORK FULL TIME HOURS

Job Close Date: July 24, 2025 or until filled

Degree Brewpub is a gathering place that blends new school with old school, offering handcrafted, familiar food and drinks done right. Our globally-inspired menu is thoughtfully sourced. Enjoy 16 wines by the glass, over 15 Colorado craft beers, or handcrafted cocktails made from local spirits. Degree Brewpub provides Hospitality students of MSU Denver with first-hand learning experience, training alongside seasoned, professional restaurateurs from Sage Hospitality. By dining at Degree Brewpub, patrons support these students’ bright futures. The dollars spent on lunch, dinner, or at the bar ultimately benefit student scholarships through the Metropolitan State University of Denver Foundation.

EMPLOYEE PERKS! Why join the Springhill Suites and Degree Family?

• 40% Restaurant discount while on-shift!
• Employee Referral Program - $500 to $1000 based on position!
• Free Monthly RTD EcoPass
• Free Onsite Parking!
• Sage Savings Spot Deals on furniture, electronics, cell phone plans, flowers, restaurants and much more!
• Discounted Hotel rates at all Marriott/Starwood & Sage managed Hotels & Restaurants
• Paid time off for Vacation, Sick days and Holidays (FT Employees)
• A fun work environment that encourages individuality, recognition, growth & development

At Sage, we create a culture of belonging. Our team members serve with creativity and passion. Sage associates execute unforgettable experiences and take pride in our communities. We set new standards in hospitality.

Job Overview

To ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks, and maintaining proper sanitation levels.

Responsibilities

1. Check all items against recipe cards, verify use records, and ensure food is presented efficiently and with quality.
2. Monitor line setup before meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency.
3. Maintain equipment and enforce kitchen "clean as you go" policy.
4. Prepare food of consistent quality following recipes and standards.
5. Start food items prepared ahead of time, avoiding overproduction.
6. Label, date, and rotate perishables per SOP, maintaining proper temperatures.
7. Check pars for shift use, plan preparation, and setup accordingly.
8. Note shortages or out-of-stock items.
9. Store unused food properly, covering and dating perishables.
10. Assist in controlling food costs, waste, and usage per SOP.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

One to two years of related employment experience.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of cooking practices and procedures to perform analytical work.

Physical Demands

Includes lifting up to 70 lbs, climbing, bending, full mobility, continuous standing, hearing timers, and visual requirements. Temperatures vary from -10°F in the freezer to over 100°F on the front line. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.