Line Cook

Momofuku; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking culinary establishment in Las Vegas! As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in executing innovative dishes that reflect a blend of culinary traditions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in food preparation and presentation. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers a supportive environment where your passion for food and commitment to quality can flourish. Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that values your contributions. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

401k

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Dining discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items from start to finish with precision.
• Maintain cleanliness of BOH work areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with BOH and FOH staff to ensure quality.

Skills

General knife handling

Food safety & sanitation knowledge

High volume restaurant experience

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Passion for food

Ability to take constructive criticism

Education

Culinary training or equivalent experience

Job description

Momofuku

Momofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.

Momofuku Las Vegas

Momofuku Las Vegas is located in The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. We offer a variety of dining styles from lunch to late night. Stop by for a quick snack and drink in our Peach Bar, hang at the chef’s counter for buns and a bowl of noodles, or share celebratory family-style meals in our Main Dining Room. Our menu is constantly evolving but continually draws influence from the US, Korea, and Japan.

The Momofuku Line Cook will be at the front lines, carrying out new developing recipes and menu items as set by the Chef. You will be responsible for presenting new dishes with precision and quality that meet our Momofuku company standards. Tasked with mastering the stations, you will also be accountable for cleanliness and food and equipment safety knowledge.

Why Momofuku?

At Momofuku, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation packages that encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical, 401k, paid time off, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and dining discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.

Responsibilities

1. Executing menu items from start to finish, including preparation of ingredients, butchery of proteins, cooking, and plating of menu items.
2. Working with seasonal ingredients.
3. Participating in the preparation and development of new menu items.
4. Honing your existing skills while learning new techniques and building your skill set.
5. Working collaboratively with BOH staff and FOH staff.
6. Maintaining cleanliness of any BOH work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
7. Participating in deep cleaning of BOH work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.

Skills & Requirements

1. At least 1 year of related experience required.
2. General knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge.
3. High volume restaurant experience required.
4. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and high-energy environment.
5. A passion for food, exceptional work ethic, and dedication.
6. Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly, and constantly improve.

Physical Demands

1. The physical demands for this position include seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.