Line Cook - Fine Dining Training & Growth

Salamander DC, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Salamander DC, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Line Cook I for Dōgon. You will participate in all aspects of food preparation for our restaurant, working with renowned Chef Kwame Onwuachi as he returns to the nation’s capital.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of line cook experience in fine dining, is 18+, and can stand long shifts; you will prep, set up, maintain stations, and support other kitchen tasks in a fast-paced luxury dining environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school or equivalent education required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of line cook experience in fine dining establishment required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for customers using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner.
• Change set-up station with pre-determined mis en place required to service the required prepared items.
• Complete the storeroom requisition for items needed.
• Ensure all equipment is ready for use (ovens, grills, burners, salamanders, fryers).
• Check par amount and ensure that line is ready for service.
• Prep additional items to bring counts back up to par.
• Consult with Chef on a daily basis and with related departments.
• Participate and support ongoing hotel programs with continuous improvement.

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Salamander DC, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Line Cook I for Dōgon. You will participate in all aspects of food preparation for our restaurant, working with renowned Chef Kwame Onwuachi as he returns to the nation’s capital.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of line cook experience in fine dining, is 18+, and can stand long shifts; you will prep, set up, maintain stations, and support other kitchen tasks in a fast-paced luxury dining environment.