Line Cook

Sabio On Main; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Sabio On Main in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to our standards and recipes, in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on quality and presentation.

Ideal candidates will show strong culinary skills, the ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends, holidays), and the stamina to maintain performance in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items to recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely using kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to multitask under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Comfortable working in tight spaces with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items per recipes and standards, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Adhere to portion control and food prep standards to maintain consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure safe cooking and storage.
• Report issues with food quality or delays to kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Track inventory levels and alert management to low stock.
• Ensure dishes meet restaurant quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and clean equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships.
• Undertake additional tasks to support efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

Culinary skills

Flexible shifts

Knife skills

Communication

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits

• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Position Overview

The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast-paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels for menu items, alerting management and front-of-house staff to low stock situations.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.