Line Cook

Level99; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Level99 in Natick is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to contribute to our dynamic Culinary team. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for menu execution, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and working collaboratively with team members and management.

This role requires a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and the integrity to uphold all kitchen operations. Join us and be part of a team that values passion and commitment to excellence!

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in menu execution and uphold kitchen standards.
• Communicate ordering needs effectively.
• Maintain sanitation and hygiene in the kitchen.

Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of health and sanitation codes

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Line Cook to join our awesome Culinary team at Level99 Natick, working side by side with other team members and the management team for all elements of menu execution. The Line Cook wants to get things right, continually improving, learning from mistakes, and remembering the small details are just as important as the big ones. A successful Line Cook will be able to learn and take direction, while executing at our high standards.

The Level99 Line Cook demonstrates a joyful and positive approach to challenging situations and working with others. You are strong in teamwork, people management and have the right personality for the job. A successful Line Cook will display honesty and personal integrity that is above reproach, choosing humility over the need to “be right,” and in all things acts as though they are the Owner and Operator of their venue.

• Bring a positive, warm, approachable attitude to your work everyday
• We strive to be busy at all times; remain calm, cool and collected during even the busiest of times
• Recognize yourself as part of a larger team aiming to build relationships with guests through food, beverage & hospitality
• Ask for help! We all succeed together
• Uphold all standards set in the kitchen - from delivery to being served to a guest
• Follow all recipes, preparation procedures, and par levels as determined by Culinary Leadership
• Work service with urgency, striving to meet or exceed expectations for food delivery times
• Communicate ordering needs accurately and effectively to Culinary Leadership
• Maintain a clean and organized space regardless of business level and adhere to the highest standards of sanitation and hygiene
• Works with the Culinary Leadership Team ensuring continuous compliance with all relevant federal/state laws, insurance requirements, Landlord regulations, and company policies by maintaining employee safety within the kitchen and restaurant space while being proactive about potential challenges to the welfare of staff and guests
• Other duties, as assigned
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays as well as emergency responsiveness as required
• Able to work ten hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs
• Able to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, ever changing work environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of health and sanitation code and policies
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• High integrity and professionalism
• A positive, joyful, upbeat and energetic attitude – leading by example

While we don’t expect a candidate to have deep experience in all of the above, we’re looking for someone with the passion and capability to learn quickly in the areas that are new!

YOU MIGHT BE A FIT ON THE LEVEL99 TEAM IF YOU…

• Like to laugh, would be described as a "low maintenance, low drama" person, have a tendency to have a bit of fun while you work
• Have a high tolerance for ambiguity, like to go fast, and are excited to learn on the job
• Are just a little bit obsessive about getting the details right the first time
• Have a high energy personality, the kind of person who is typically smiling, and likes to "get it done now"

Level99 is an E-Verify employer.