Line Cook

The MINA Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

PTO

Maternity/paternity leave

Pet insurance

401k

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Bar Sprezzatura in downtown Portland, part of Makeready, is seeking a Line Cook to join a fast-paced, fine-dining kitchen. You will execute dishes with precision, maintain high standards, and work across multiple stations with a team of passionate chefs.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years in fine dining or high-volume kitchens, solid knife skills, plating and portioning expertise, and a positive, team-oriented attitude. Benefits include comprehensive medical/dental/vision, PTO, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in fine dining or high-volume kitchens.
• Strong fundamentals with attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of knifework, plating, portioning and precision cooking.

Responsibilities

• Execute dishes with precision and consistency in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Collaborate with culinary team across multiple stations.
• Maintain high standards of quality and safety.

Skills

Experience in fine dining/kitchen high

Knife skills

Plating and portioning

Teamwork under pressure

Communication with staff and guests

Attention to detail

Able to lift 40 pounds

Job description

Inspired by the casual elegance of Italy, Bar Sprezzatura is a unique escape into Italian culture and cuisine. Located in the heart of downtown Portland in the historic Heathman Hotel, Bar Sprezzatura is a bustling lunch spot by day and aperitivo and cicchetti bar at night. Whether enjoying a bustling meal, an aperitivo, or savory snacks, guests are transported to a world where timeless traditions meet the vibrant, sun-kissed charm of coastal Italy.

About the Role:

As a Line Cook with Bar Sprezzatura, you will be an essential part of our culinary team, executing dishes with precision, consistency, and care. You’ll uphold our high standards of quality while working alongside passionate chefs in a fast-paced, fine dining environment. This role is perfect for a motivated cook with strong fundamentals and a drive to learn and grow.

Our Ideal candidate is:

A motivated culinary professional who is organized, detail oriented and knowledgeable. You will be an integral part of our kitchen team with a passion for food and a guest first mentality. You have amazing attention to detail, work well as part of a team, and work well under pressure. You uphold culinary standards of excellence and are comfortable working on multiple stations in the kitchen. You have a strong desire to learn and build your culinary skillset.

What you bring to the table:

• 2-4 years’ experience in a fine dining or casual fine dining high volume kitchen
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, guests, and your peers
• Extensive knowledge of food and cooking techniques including knifework, plating, portioning, and precision cooking
• A positive, "can do" attitude
• Knowledge of kitchen safety protocols
• Ability to learn and retain information quicklyIntellectual curiosity
• Ability to work clean, organized, and as part of a team
• Able to move and lift 40 pounds at a time
• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.

We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.

Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.