Line Cook

Grace Farms Foundation; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Line Cook and Commons Team Member to join their culinary team. This role involves preparing a variety of dishes while ensuring the highest standards of safety and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their culinary skills and contributing to a team-oriented culture. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers the chance to be part of a unique organization that values collaboration and community engagement. If you are passionate about food and service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Plans

Dental and Vision Plan

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

403(b) Retirement Benefit

Paid Time Off

Sick and Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Access to 80 Acres of Land

Participation in Public Events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Line Cook with culinary skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food including meats, vegetables, and sauces.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Preparation

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Culinary Knowledge

Bilingual Communication

Education

High School Degree

Culinary Degree

Job description

Role: Line Cook and Commons Team Member

Reports To: Chef de Cuisine & Commons Manager

FSLA Status: Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt (35-40 hours per week)

Location: On-site New Canaan, CT 5 days per week with the ability to work weekends and evenings

Duties:

• Wash, cut, prepare, and cook food, including items such as poultry, meats, vegetables, pizzas, salads, sauces, etc. at stations including but not limited to the grill, pizza oven, salad station.
• Learn the menu to provide accurate, timely service.
• Ability to multi-task and take direction from Lead Line Cook and Chef de Cuisine & Commons Manager
• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for safety, quality, and quantity standards.
• Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
• Contribute to a team-oriented culture of mutual respect and support for each other.
• Cleans kitchen, storage and workspace area as part of a culinary team committed to promoting and providing a safe and clean kitchen and service environment in keeping with Grace Farms sanitation and cleanliness standards.
• May work special catering events on site, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum High School Degree or equivalent. Culinary Degree preferred.
• Proven experience as a Line Cook.
• ServSafe certification is a plus

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively with all team members and other colleagues at Grace Farms.
• Bi-lingual communication skills a plus.
• This position will work on site in New Canaan. Must have flexible schedule, as well as the willingness and ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, climb stairs, and stand for an extended period of time.
• Be able to handle hot and cold conditions during food preparation and cooking.

Compensation range: $23 per hour

Benefits:

Grace Farms offers a competitive benefit package that includes a choice of medical plans, a dental and vision plan, 100% employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability and a 403(b)-retirement benefit with an organization match. We encourage our staff to take time-off to rest and recharge and provide PTO, sick, and personal days as well as 11 paid holidays. All staff are welcome to explore the beautiful 80-acres of our preserved land and may take part in any of the numerous public events on-site.

MUST have reliable transportation as we are NOT near public transportation.

About Grace Farms

Grace Farms is a center for culture and collaboration in New Canaan, Connecticut. We bring together people across sectors to explore nature, arts, justice, community, and faith at the SANAA-designed River building, situated on 80 acres of natural landscapes. Our humanitarian work to end modern slavery and foster more grace and peace in our local and global communities includes leading the Design for Freedom movement to eliminate forced labor in the building materials supply chain.

Grace Farms is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.