Line Cook [Part Time]

Bread Alone, Inc.; Town of Rhinebeck (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bread Alone, Inc. is seeking a Line Cook to prepare high-quality dishes in our lively cafés located in Rhinebeck, NY. This role involves maintaining consistency in food preparation while working alongside a dedicated team.

Successful candidates should thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate dependable work habits, and show eagerness to grow in their culinary skills. Join us to be part of a community where quality and teamwork come together.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependability and punctuality are essential.
• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast and lunch menu items to spec.
• Supply cafés with high-quality components.
• Maintain station cleanliness and FIFO rotation.
• Cook and compose dishes with attention to detail.
• Practice food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Quality and consistency

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Description

At Bread Alone, our cafés are lively spaces where community matters, and good food brings people together. As a Line Cook, you’ll prepare savory dishes in our café kitchens while also supplying our three cafés with high-quality, from-scratch components, from sauces to locally sourced proteins. You’ll gain hands‑on experience executing recipes to spec, maintaining consistency and quality, and working alongside a dedicated team.

Requirements

• You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and stay steady when things get busy
• You care about quality, consistency, and doing things the right way
• You are dependable, punctual, and take pride in your work
• You bring a positive attitude and work well with a team
• You are eager to learn new skills and techniques and to grow in your role

What you’ll do

• Work the café line preparing breakfast and lunch menu items to spec
• Supply all three of our cafés with high-quality savory components, including sauces, roasted vegetables, and proteins
• Stock, prep, and maintain your station with attention to FIFO rotation and cleanliness
• Cook and compose dishes, including plating and garnishing, with consistency and attention to detail
• Maintain a complete working knowledge of recipes, techniques, and equipment
• Move seamlessly between stations, supporting teammates as needed
• Practice the highest standards of food safety and sanitation
• Prior kitchen or food service experience is helpful, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are most important
• Comfortable working in a physical environment (standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, working in hot conditions)
• Clear communication skills and ability to work well with a team
• Flexibility to work a consistent seasonal schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Respect for food safety and cleanliness standards (personal hygiene, no jewelry or false nails, minimal makeup or fragrance)
• Commitment to building a workplace community that values diversity, inclusion, and shared growth

Bread Alone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. We will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, provided that such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the company.