LINE COOK

Vito's Italian Restaurant; Wesley Manor Retirement Village (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Job summary

Vito's Italian Restaurant in Saint Johns, FL is seeking a talented Line Cook to contribute to scratch-made Italian dishes and thoughtful plate presentation in a fast-paced, in-person kitchen.

You will work on sauté stations, pasta prep, and mise en place, maintaining high standards of food safety, portion control, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or hospitality kitchen.
• Demonstrated skill with pasta preparation, sautéing, knife work, scratch cooking, and plating.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality à la carte menu items, including pasta, sauces, soups, and Italian specialties.
• Operate assigned stations with confidence using sautéing, broiling, batch cooking, and scratch cooking.
• Apply knife skills, portion control, and food-quality awareness for consistent dishes.
• Support menu planning and daily prep with organized mise en place and clear communication.
• Follow safe food-handling, sanitation, and cleanliness practices each shift.
• Help manage food costs by minimizing waste and maintaining portions.

Skills

Pasta prep

Sautéing

Knife skills

Scratch cooking

Plate presentation

Education

Culinary Arts degree or formal culinary training

Job description

Bring Your Craft to the Table as a Line Cook at Vito's Italian Restaurant

Join Our Kitchen:

Vito's Italian Restaurant is seeking a talented, dependable Line Cook to help create memorable Italian dining experiences in Saint Johns, FL. This is an opportunity for a culinary professional who takes pride in scratch cooking, thoughtful plate presentation, and consistently excellent food quality. You will work in an in-person, team-focused kitchen where your preparation, creativity, and attention to detail directly shape every guest’s experience. Whether your background is as a Line Cook, Cook, Sauté Cook, Prep Cook, or Restaurant Cook, you can build your skills while contributing to authentic Italian cuisine in a welcoming full-service restaurant setting.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and cook high-quality à la carte menu items, including pasta, sauces, soups, and Italian specialties, according to established recipes and standards.
• Operate assigned stations with confidence, using sautéing, broiling, batch cooking, and scratch-cooking techniques to keep service moving smoothly.
• Apply strong knife skills, portion control, and food-quality awareness to produce consistent, attractive dishes for every guest.
• Support menu planning and daily prep by maintaining organized mise en place, properly rotating ingredients, and communicating needs to the kitchen team.
• Follow safe food-handling, sanitation, dietary-restriction, and kitchen-cleanliness practices throughout every shift.
• Help manage food costs by minimizing waste, using ingredients responsibly, and maintaining accurate portions.

What You Will Bring:

• You have professional cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant, culinary, or hospitality kitchen environment.
• You bring demonstrated skill with pasta preparation, sautéing, knife work, scratch cooking, and consistent plate presentation.
• You can stay composed and detail-oriented during busy meal periods while maintaining speed, quality, and cleanliness.
• You are a reliable, collaborative teammate who communicates respectfully with chefs, servers, and fellow kitchen staff.
• You understand portion control, food safety, and the importance of delivering dependable food quality on every ticket.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Culinary Arts degree or formal culinary training is valued, though equivalent restaurant kitchen experience is also welcomed.
• Experience with breakfast service, pantry work, pastry making, soup production, menu planning, or accommodating dietary restrictions is a plus.

Pay and Benefits:

• This in-person Line Cook position pays $16 to $25 per hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Eligible team members receive holiday pay.

About the Company:

Vito's Italian Restaurant is a full-service Italian restaurant offering authentic Italian cuisine, casual dining, online ordering, and private party events. You will be part of a restaurant team that values craftsmanship, hospitality, and the pride that comes from serving food guests genuinely enjoy. This is a place where your culinary contributions matter, your growth is encouraged, and your work helps create a warm experience for everyday diners and special celebrations alike.

Equal Opportunity:

Vito's Italian Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.