Line Cook

Porter; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

8 Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k + Employer Match

Wellness App with reimbursement of up至

Job summary

Porter, located in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Full-Time Food Prep and Line Cook for an all-day café serving a retail and co-working community. You will prepare ingredients, cook, plate, and maintain kitchen standards in a fast-paced setting that values fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in food prep or line cook roles, strong knife skills, and the ability to work mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for all-day menu including breakfast, lunch, catering and grab-and-go items.
• Cook, plate and present dishes during service, ensuring high standards of flavor and appearance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, sanitize stations and equipment.
• Assist in tracking and managing kitchen inventory and ordering supplies.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and café management to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
• Adhere to food safety standards and allergen awareness.
• Ensure dishes meet customer expectations and quality standards.

Job description

Overview

We are Porter, a progressive venture from the One Workplace family headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We’re here to create thoughtful human-centered spaces that foster meaningful relationships through collaborative design so that employees can work their best. We’ve worked with leading global and local companies to transform and design spaces to promote productivity and creativity. We are driven by radical hospitality, the act of going beyond what is required to add sincerity and integrity to all our work.

Porter is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range: $25.00 + Tips

Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO
• 8 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k + Employer Match
• Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500/year
• Profit Sharing

Position Summary

Job Overview:

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and skilled Full-Time Food Prep and Line Cook to join our dynamic team in an all-day café that serves as a hub for our retail and co-working community. As a Food Prep and Line Cook, you will play a key role in preparing and executing menu items, ensuring a consistent, high-quality dining experience for our guests. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves working with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation: Prepare ingredients (washing, chopping, measuring, mixing) for various dishes on our all-day menu including breakfast, lunch, catering and grab-and-go items.
• Line Cook Duties: Cook, plate, and present dishes during service, ensuring high standards of flavor, appearance, and consistency.
• Menu Knowledge: Become familiar with and contribute to the execution of all café menu items, including any daily specials or seasonal offerings.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness, organization, and efficiency in the kitchen area, including sanitizing workstations and equipment.
• Inventory Management: Assist in tracking and managing kitchen inventory, ensuring ingredients are always fresh, and noting when supplies need to be ordered.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff, front-of-house team, and café management to ensure smooth service during busy periods. Coffee and bar experience a plus.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling of ingredients, temperature checks, and allergen awareness.
• Customer-Focused: Ensure that dishes meet the expectations of our customers, maintaining high standards of service and quality.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a food prep or line cook role, preferably in a café, casual dining, or co-working café environment.
• Skills: Proficient in kitchen techniques, such as chopping, grilling, sautéing, and baking. Experience in preparing and serving both hot and cold items.
• Time Management: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced open environment while maintaining attention to detail and consistency in food quality.
• Team Player: Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented open kitchen.
• Flexibility: Available to work varied hours, including mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays as needed for an all-day café operation.
• Food Safety: Current food handler’s certification or the ability to obtain one