Line Cook

Forget About Hospitality; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Paid time off

Job summary

Forget About Hospitality is seeking both full-time and part-time Line Cooks to join its opening culinary team in New York City. The Line Cook will prepare and execute menu items with consistency, precision, and attention to detail while collaborating with the Executive Chef and kitchen team.

This hands-on role requires solid cooking fundamentals, strong organization, urgency, and a commitment to Italian cuisine and genuine hospitality.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Experience in upscale, fine-dining, or high-volume restaurant is beneficial.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of fundamental cooking techniques.
• Passion for Italian cuisine, ingredients, regional traditions, and hospitality.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion specs, preparation methods, and plating standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain quality.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and support different kitchen stations.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to approved recipes and standards.
• Set up and maintain a complete, organized station for service.
• Ensure consistency in flavor, quality, temperature, and presentation.
• Follow instructions from kitchen leadership and coordinate with other stations.
• Taste and inspect ingredients to meet company standards.
• Handle allergies and dietary restrictions with care; note modifications.

Skills

Knife skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Passion for Italian cuisine

Education

NYC Food Protection Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Forget About Hospitality invites guests to step away from the everyday pace, leave the noise behind, and enjoy being fully present.

Designed for New York and rooted in Italian hospitality, the concept centers on high-quality Italian cuisine, a warm and sophisticated atmosphere, and a seamless journey from aperitivo through dinner and after-dinner experiences.

The name "Forget About It" reinterprets a classic New York expression as an invitation to let go, savor the moment, and embrace an experience shaped by food, people, and ambiance. Blending Italian identity, an international spirit, and a modern vision of hospitality, Forget About It is an attitude-driven, experience-focused destination.

Role Description

Forget About Hospitality is seeking both full-time and part-time Line Cooks to join its opening culinary team in New York City.

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and executing menu items with consistency, precision, and attention to detail while working closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and the broader culinary team.

This is a hands-on position requiring strong cooking fundamentals, organization, urgency, and the ability to maintain quality during fast-paced service. The ideal candidate takes pride in their station, works collaboratively, and shares our commitment to Italian cuisine and genuine hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Service:

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to approved recipes, portions, techniques, and presentation standards.
• Set up and maintain a complete, organized, and service-ready station.
• Ensure consistency in flavor, quality, portioning, temperature, timing, and presentation.
• Maintain appropriate mise en place and communicate shortages or production needs promptly.
• Follow instructions from the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and kitchen leadership.
• Coordinate with other stations to ensure accurate and timely service.
• Taste and inspect ingredients and prepared items to ensure they meet Company standards.
• Properly handle allergies, dietary restrictions, modifications, and special requests.
• Assist with menu preparation, recipe implementation, and daily specials when required.

Kitchen Operations:

• Complete assigned preparation, opening, restocking, cleaning, and closing duties.
• Receive, inspect, organize, and properly store food and kitchen supplies.
• Label, date, rotate, and store all products using FIFO practices.
• Monitor product freshness and immediately communicate quality or food-safety concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized, sanitized, and properly stocked workstations, equipment, refrigeration, and storage areas.
• Minimize waste and support accurate portion control and responsible product use.
• Properly use and maintain knives, kitchen tools, cooking equipment, and Company property.
• Assist other stations and team members during high-volume service.

Food Safety and Compliance:

• Follow all New York City Department of Health requirements and Company food-safety procedures.
• Maintain proper standards for handwashing, glove use, temperature control, allergen management, cross-contamination prevention, sanitation, labeling, and storage.
• Handle hot surfaces, sharp equipment, cleaning products, and kitchen tools safely.
• Immediately report spills, injuries, equipment failures, product concerns, or unsafe conditions.
• Follow all applicable emergency, cleaning, and workplace-safety procedures.

Teamwork and Professionalism:

• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally with kitchen leadership and colleagues.
• Arrive prepared, in proper uniform, and on time for every scheduled shift.
• Maintain composure, urgency, and attention to detail during busy service periods.
• Participate actively in training and culinary development.
• Accept feedback professionally and demonstrate a willingness to learn and improve.
• Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, accountable, and positive kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional kitchen experience is preferred.
• Experience in an upscale, fine-dining, or high-volume restaurant is highly beneficial.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of fundamental cooking techniques.
• Passion for Italian cuisine, ingredients, regional traditions, and hospitality.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion specifications, preparation methods, and plating standards accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain quality under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills, cleanliness, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and support different kitchen stations.
• New York City Food Protection Certificate is preferred but not required.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time or part-time, based on availability and business needs.
• Location: New York City, New York.
• Classification: Non-exempt, non-tipped hourly employee.
• Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and culinary skills.
• This position does not participate in the Company’s Front of House tip pool.
• Overtime is paid at the legally required rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Staff meals are provided during scheduled shifts.
• Eligible employees accrue paid protected time in accordance with applicable New York State and New York City law and Company policy.

The stated hourly range reflects the base compensation that Forget About Hospitality reasonably and in good faith expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, qualifications, culinary skills, and assigned responsibilities.

Physical Requirement

This position requires prolonged periods of standing and walking, frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive movement, and the ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

The role involves working in a fast-paced professional kitchen with exposure to heat, steam, flames, sharp equipment, cleaning products, wet surfaces, temperature changes, and moderate to high noise levels.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Forget About Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, New York State, or New York City law.