Line Cook-New Haven

Barcelona Wine Bar; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO (40h/yr)

Flexible schedule

Volunteer hours

Wine education reimbursement

Dining discount

Referral bonus

Major medical coverage

Employee assistance

Job summary

Barcelona Wine Bar is seeking a committed Line Cook to prepare foods exactly to the Executive Chef’s specifications and manage all kitchen stations for menu execution.

You will set up and stock stations, prep items for service, and ensure timely, high-quality dish production while maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a bustling environment.

Qualifications

• Cooking experience and familiarity with standard cooking techniques.
• Clear understanding of the restaurant menu items and ingredients.
• Ability to prep ingredients efficiently and accurately.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking methods and kitchen equipment.
• Capable of multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Basic math and written communication skills for order accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies.
• Prep all needed food items for service.
• Execute menu items according to specifications and standards.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Ensure all food is prepared timely and of high quality.
• Clean up station and manage leftover or spoiled food per chef's guidance.
• Stock inventory of stations.
• Ensure nutrition and sanitation regulations are followed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Menu understanding

Ingredient prep

Cooking methods

Multitasking

Math & writing

Education

High school diploma preferred

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Description

The Line Cook prepares food exactly to the Executive Chef’s specifications and manages all food stations for menu execution.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies
• Prep all needed food items for service
• Execute menu items according to specifications and standards
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality
• Clean up station and take care of any leftover or “bad” food according to the chef
• Stock inventory of stations
• Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept

Skills

• Cooking experience
• Clear understanding of menu items
• Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients
• Strong grasp on various cooking methods, food items, equipment, etc.
• Multitask in a high volume kitchen
• Basic math and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation
• Continuous reaching, bending, lifting, carrying items up to 30 lbs.
• Stand and move around for the entirety of the scheduled shift

Education/Experience

• Have a high school diploma, or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service/hospitality field
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations

HOURLY BENEFITS

• Weekly pay schedules
• Paid Time Off
  • Up to 40 hrs/yr
• Flexible schedule options
• Paid Volunteerism
  • 32 hrs/yr
  • In addition to PTO, all employees earn paid hours for volunteering to support our local communities.
• Wine Education Reimbursement
  • 100% reimbursement
• 50% Employee Dining Discount
• Daily Family Meal
• Referral Bonus Program
  • Recruit a GM or EC = $2000 | Manager or Sous = $1000 | Server, Bartender, or Cook = $500 | Support Staff = $250
• Benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Promotion Opportunity – Hourly growth opportunities as well as management career advancements.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Behavioral Health and Wellness Services
  • Via our partnership with Lift Wellness Group, our employees and their loved ones gain immediate access to mental and behavioral health resources from licensed care professionals at an affordable price point.
• Major Medical and Supplemental Coverage
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD Coverage, Accident and Life Insurance.