Line Cook II: Elevate Flavor in Luxury Kitchen

Delano Miami Beach; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Delano Miami Beach invites applications for a Line Cook II at the Mimi Kakushi concept. The role supports the Chef de Partie across a busy station, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and consistency in meat, fish, sauces, stocks, and other menu items.

Candidates should have solid knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, and the ability to work with precise recipes, maintain FIFO, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced luxury kitchen.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of broiler, sauté, fry, roast, moist-heat cooking methods.
• Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment including stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, and similar tools.
• Basic mathematical skills for recipes, measurements, requisitions, and portions.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow recipes and communicate with the team.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with flexibility to work varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and organization of the assigned kitchen station.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and guest orders.
• Visually inspect and select high-quality ingredients.
• Support portion control, presentation, and flavor consistency.
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, rotation, and freshness of products.
• Keep refrigeration and work areas clean and compliant with health regulations.
• Prepare daily food and supply requisitions as required.
• Assist with stock control and waste minimization.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance issues.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
• Read recipes accurately and apply proper measurements.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely service.
• Provide guidance to junior staff when required.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Math for recipes

English communication

Physical strength

Endurance

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Attention to detail

Job description

Delano Miami Beach invites applications for a Line Cook II at the Mimi Kakushi concept. The role supports the Chef de Partie across a busy station, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and consistency in meat, fish, sauces, stocks, and other menu items.

Candidates should have solid knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, and the ability to work with precise recipes, maintain FIFO, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced luxury kitchen.