Line Cook

MOMOFUKU 171 First Avenue LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision/Dental/Medical

401k

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Dining discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Momofuku Noodle Bar, part of the Momofuku group, is seeking a Line Cook for our New York kitchen. You will execute menu items from start to finish, mastering stations and plating with precision to meet Momofuku standards.

Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, participating in new menu development, and maintaining Back of House cleanliness. A culinary degree or 1 year of experience is required, with a strong work ethic and team focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a culinary position or a Culinary Arts degree required.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills.
• General knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environment.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication.
• Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team.
• Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items from start to finish, including prep, butchery, cooking and plating.
• Participate in the preparation and development of new menu items.
• Hone your existing skills while learning new techniques and building your skill set.
• Work collaboratively with Back of House staff and Front of House staff.
• Maintain cleanliness of Back of House work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
• Participate in deep cleaning of Back of House work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
• Support other team members and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Food safety

Knife skills

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Learning mindset

Education

Culinary Arts degree

Job description

MomofukuMomofuku 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 the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.About Momofuku Noodle BarMomofuku Noodle Bar opened in August of 2004 in the East Village and is the first Momofuku restaurant. It serves ramen and a roster of dishes that change with the seasons.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, food and equipment safety knowledge.Compensation Band: $24.00 per hourWhy 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.ResponsibilitiesExecute menu items from start to finish. This includes but is not limited to preparation of ingredients, butchery of proteins, cooking and plating of menu itemsParticipating in the preparation and development of new menu itemsHone your existing skills while learning new techniques and building your skill setWorking collaboratively with Back of House staff and Front of House staffMaintaining cleanliness of any Back of House work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areasParticipate in deep cleaning of Back of House work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areasSupport other team members and foster a positive work environmentRequired QualificationsMinimum 1 year of experience working in a culinary position or a Culinary Arts degree requiredA positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skillsGeneral knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledgeExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsComfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environmentAbility to remain calm under pressureA passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedicationWilling to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the teamAble to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of timePreferred Qualifications2+ years of experience as a Line Cook, Chef de Partie, or similar role in a high volume, upscale restaurantProven ability to successfully work each stationAbility to successfully train new Line Cooks on each stationA proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilitiesPhysical DemandsThe physical demands for this position are 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.