LINE COOK - Hot Line / Cocina Caliente (Experienced Only) (Miami Beach)

The Setai; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meals

401k plan

Paid vacation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

A prestigious dining establishment in Miami Beach is seeking an experienced Line Cook for their high-volume, fine-dining kitchen. Ideal candidates should have a background in fine dining and a strong grasp of cooking techniques. Responsibilities include setting up the hot line station, ensuring menu items are cooked properly, and maintaining a clean workspace. The position offers a stable schedule, competitive pay, and opportunities for growth within the culinary team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of line cook experience in fine dining or high-volume.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques like sautéing and grilling.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the hot line station.
• Cook menu items to order with speed and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Skills

Speed and precision in cooking

Ability to work clean and organized

Strong cooking techniques

Ability to handle high-pressure environments

Job description

LINE COOK - Hot Line / Cocina Caliente (Experienced Only) (Miami Beach)

JOB DESCRIPTION

LOCATION: Gianni’s at the Former Versace Mansion

POSITION: LINE COOK – Hot Line / Cocina Caliente (Experienced Only)

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen

REPORTS TO: Executive Chef

Full-Time | Fine Dining | High-Volume Service

About the Position

Gianni’s at the Villa Casa Casuarina is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our high-volume, fine-dining kitchen. This is not an entry-level role. Our line regularly handles 500–800 covers in a single night, and we need cooks who can execute with speed, precision, and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the hot line station (grill, sauté, fry, or assigned station).
• Cook menu items to order with full consistency, accuracy, and speed.
• Execute sauces, proteins, vegetables, and sides following established standards.
• Read tickets quickly and work clean under pressure during intense service.
• Assist in prep production, batch cooking, and organization for high-volume service.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation at all times.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and FIFO standards.
• Communicate effectively with the culinary team to ensure smooth service.
• Assist with large banquets, events, and VIP dinners.

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years of line cook experience (fine dining or high-volume strongly preferred).
• Ability to work fast, clean, and organized during heavy service.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques (searing, sauté, grilling, frying, roasting).
• Ability to handle high-pressure, high-ticket environments.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional.
• Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

What We Offer

• Stable full-time schedule.
• A professional, respectful, high-performance kitchen environment.
• Opportunity for growth
• Employee meals
• 401k plan
• paid vacation
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurace

This is a non-management position
This is a full time position