Line Cook: Craft Fresh Dishes in a Busy Kitchen

Ensemble; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensemble in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a Line Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. You will prepare and cook dishes with precision and creativity in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality plates that meet our standards.

You will work closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely and smooth operations and maintain cleanliness and safety throughout the shift. The ideal candidate has proven experience in food preparation, strong knife skills, and knowledge of food safety practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation or cooking.
• Strong knife skills and cooking techniques.
• Familiarity with dietary department procedures is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Assist in menu planning by suggesting innovative dish ideas and ensuring ingredient availability.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Handle food with care, ensure proper storage, handling, and portioning of ingredients.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders and smooth kitchen operations.
• Follow all food handling procedures to uphold safety standards and prevent cross-contamination

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Fast-paced work

Job description

Ensemble in Menlo Park, CA is seeking a Line Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. You will prepare and cook dishes with precision and creativity in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality plates that meet our standards.

You will work closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely and smooth operations and maintain cleanliness and safety throughout the shift. The ideal candidate has proven experience in food preparation, strong knife skills, and knowledge of food safety practices.