Line Cook

O-Ku Sushi D.C.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to uphold high quality standards for each dish and deliver a memorable dining experience within a team-oriented kitchen.

You will join a dynamic hospitality team, benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, and have opportunities for internal growth within IRHG.

This role demands reliability, strong communication, and the ability to stand for long shifts, with days, nights, weekends and holidays possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in kitchen preparation and line cook.
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions.
• Flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently prepares and maintains high quality cuisine.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation and adheres to safety regulations.
• Closes the kitchen properly and assists others in closing.
• Reports shortages or issues to Chef promptly.

Skills

Line cook experience

Kitchen prep

Team player

Communication

Job description

Line Cook

Hospitality Starts Here:

Welcome to The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG), where hospitality is more than a job; it's a family, a lifestyle, and an exciting journey. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart!

Why Us:

Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer,IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.

THE ROLE

As a line cook, you maintain high quality standards for each dish that is sent out. Consistency and perfection are the two things you strive for when delivering an unforgettable dining experience while working in a team-oriented environment.

What we will ask of you:

• Accurately and efficiently prepares, stocks, and maintains the highest quality cuisine for our guests, compiling consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and adhere to all DHEC regulations for cleanliness and sanitation
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen
• Promptly report all product shortages, equipment problems or food quality issues to Chef

Requirements for Success:

• A minimum two years’ experience in kitchen preparation and line cook experience
• Have a positive energy, be ready to assist fellow support staff and work as a team player
• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, employees, and all guests
• A flexible schedule to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Constant standing/walking with occasional stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, or lifting

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing hospitality team.
• Fast-paced and rewarding work environment.

The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract.

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.