Line Cook

Workstream; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid training

Tips

Job summary

VINA in Westfield, NJ is seeking a highly skilled line cook to join our opening kitchen team. You will work on a fast-paced hot line, maintain a clean station, and support the kitchen in daily operations.

We offer benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, paid training, and tips. This is a full-time on-site role with flexible shifts and opportunities to grow in a chef-driven, hospitality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a line cook with strong culinary skills.
• Proficient in operating kitchen equipment and following sanitation procedures.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook ingredients on a fast-paced hot line
• Maintain a sanitized and well-organized station
• Prepare workstations and kitchen equipment for cooking
• Check ingredient quality and manage food storage and stock
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations

Skills

Line cook experience

Culinary skills

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational abilities

Multitasking

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Hiring: Join Our Team as a Highly Skilled Cook!

We are seeking a talented, motivated cook to join our opening kitchen team. Enjoy great benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid training and tips. Enhance your culinary skills while working with passionate professionals in the Food & Beverage industry.

About VINA:

We are a counter-service restaurant with a focus on hospitality and the guest experience. Our mission is to share authentic Vietnamese street food through a personal lens, grounded in culture and experience. Vina serves high-quality, made-to-order food in a welcoming space built for everyone, including families, friends, and anyone looking for a reliable place to eat.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook ingredients on a fast-paced hot line


• Maintain a sanitized and well-organized station


• Prepare workstations and kitchen equipment for cooking


• Check ingredient quality and manage food storage and stock


• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a line cook with strong culinary skills


• Proficient in operating kitchen equipment and following sanitation procedures


• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational abilities


• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure

Work Schedule & Benefits

• Full-time position with flexible shifts including day, night, weekdays, and weekends


• On-site role in a supportive and enthusiastic team environment


• Supplemented benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid training and opportunity to earn tips

Location: Quimby St 114 Quimby St, Westfield, NJ 07090, USA

Authentic Vietnamese street food with bold flavors, shareable plates, and everyday favorites. Chef-driven and rooted in heritage, Vina brings elevated hospitality to a casual dining experience.