Line Cook (Part-Time) - Happy Valley, OR.

WILLAMETTE VALLEY VINEYARDS, INC.; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with a tip pool

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Generous team member discounts

Continuous growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading vineyard in Oregon is seeking a Line Cook to join their kitchen team. The role involves preparing Pacific Northwest-inspired dishes and ensuring excellent service for guests. Candidates must have 2-4 years of related experience and be capable of working in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, health insurance, and growth opportunities. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Able to stand for the majority of the workday.
• Able to work in extreme conditions.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Order, stock, process and prepare ingredients.
• Prepare food items prior to and during mealtime periods.
• Maintain service areas during the shift.
• Ensure consistency in plate presentation.
• Comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Multi-tasking

Education

Two to four years of related experience or equivalent education

Tools

Kitchen utensils

Job description

Description

Willamette Valley Vineyards, one of the leading producers of award-winning Oregon Pinot, is looking for a Line Cook in our kitchen operation. This position is a great way to continue a career in a high-end kitchen, preparing Pacific Northwest-inspired dishes for our valued guests to pair with world-class wines.

Apply Now to be a part of our team that sets the standard for Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, and learn about our place in the Oregon Wine Story!

What We Ask of our Line Cooks:

Come to work each shift with a great attitude and be ready to serve Willamette Valley Vineyards’ guests Oregon’s best food and wine tasting experience.

Responsibilities of the Line Cook:

• Order, stock, process, and prepare ingredients as necessary to prepare menu items.
• Prepare food items prior to and during mealtime periods.
• Prepare/butcher a wide variety of meats, cheese, produce, and other food products on a daily basis.
• Maintain service areas such as kitchen, dining room, and service stations during the entire shift.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products to ensure smooth service.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Ensure that all plates presented are consistently prepared through recipes, checklists, and pictures.
• Apply knowledge of safe kitchen operations.
• Operate all kitchen utensils to include, but not limited to, fryer, pots, pans, stove, oven, grill, dishwasher, broiler, griddle, slicer, mixers, blenders, graters, can openers, and knives.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental, and safety regulatory considerations.
• Assist with month end inventories, and attend meetings as required by Management.
• Supports Company’s effort to create a more sustainable, cross-cultural and “green” environment.

The Line Cook Position Offers:

• Competitive pay with a tip pool
• Health, vision, and dental insurance offered for our full-time employees.
• Generous team member discounts on dining, wine and merchandise.
• Continuous growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company.

Willamette Valley Vineyards is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties at the discretion and as assigned by their supervisor and/or company leadership.

Requirements

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Two to four years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Able to stand for the majority of the workday.
• Able to work in extreme heat, wet, cold, and humid conditions.
• Available to work evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have highly developed organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, and build dynamics and synergy across departments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Great communication skills.