Line Cook- Pembroke Pines

Arka Restaurant Group; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Hands-on training

Professional development

Growth opportunities within Kaluz and

Quality teamwork and consistency

Job summary

Kaluz Restaurant, part of ARKA Restaurant Group in Pembroke Pines, FL, is seeking a Line Cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and plate items to established recipes, and set up stations for service.

Ideal candidates have basic cooking techniques, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with a team under pressure. We offer part-time or full-time roles with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic cooking techniques, kitchen procedures, and food-safety practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, preparation instructions, and presentation standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Attention to detail with organized, clean work habits.
• Ability to manage multiple tickets in high-volume service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, specifications, portions, and presentation standards.
• Set up and stock assigned stations with ingredients, tools, and supplies for service.
• Review preparation levels and communicate product or supply needs during service.
• Follow tickets accurately and coordinate timing with other kitchen stations.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, flavor, temperature, portioning, and presentation.
• Assist with ingredient preparation and storage, including labeling and dating.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, and safety procedures.
• Minimize food waste and support cost-control through proper preparation and portioning.
• Communicate effectively with Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, Chefs, and Managers.
• Notify Management of shortages, quality concerns, or equipment issues.
• Assist with cleaning, restocking, and closing responsibilities.
• Support other kitchen stations and team members as needed.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team communication

Multi-ticket handling

Flexible scheduling

Education

Food-handler certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Pembroke Pines, FL 33325, Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00, Line Cook - Kaluz Restaurant

Part-Time or Full-Time | $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Bring Skill to the Kitchen. Deliver the Kaluz Standard.

At Kaluz, every plate reflects consistency, quality, and attention to detail. Our Line Cooks play an essential role in creating the dining experience by preparing each dish according to established recipes, presentation standards, and food-safety requirements.

This role is ideal for dependable culinary professionals who work well under pressure, take pride in organization and execution, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, specifications, portions, and presentation standards.
• Set up and stock assigned stations with the ingredients, tools, and supplies needed for service.
• Review preparation levels and communicate product or supply needs before and during service.
• Follow tickets accurately and coordinate timing with other kitchen stations to support efficient service.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, flavor, temperature, portioning, and presentation.
• Assist with ingredient preparation, including washing, cutting, chopping, portioning, labeling, and storing products.
• Follow proper food-storage, labeling, dating, cooling, reheating, and rotation procedures.
• Follow first-in, first-out inventory practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment, knives, ovens, grills, fryers, slicers, and other tools required for the position.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, and workplace-safety procedures.
• Minimize food waste and support cost-control efforts through proper preparation, handling, and portioning.
• Communicate effectively with fellow Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, Expediters, Chefs, and Managers.
• Notify Management promptly of product shortages, quality concerns, food-safety issues, or equipment malfunctions.
• Assist with cleaning, restocking, breakdown, and closing responsibilities.
• Support other kitchen stations and team members when business needs require.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits and Perks

• $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on experience.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution or match, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
• Medical insurance options for eligible full-time employees.
• Employee-paid dental and vision insurance options.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance of up to $10,000 for eligible full-time employees, with the option to purchase additional voluntary coverage.
• Paid time off for eligible full-time employees.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Hands-on training and professional development.
• Opportunities to build experience in a high-volume, upscale kitchen.
• Potential growth within Kaluz and ARKA Restaurant Group.
• A professional environment where quality, teamwork, and consistency matter.

Qualifications: What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen procedures, and food-safety practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, preparation instructions, and presentation standards accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a kitchen team.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, cleanliness, and consistency.
• Ability to manage multiple tickets and priorities in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to remain composed and productive during high-volume service periods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to comply with established uniform, grooming, food-safety, sanitation, and workplace-safety requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of line-cook, kitchen, or culinary experience.
• Experience working in a high-volume, full-service, or upscale restaurant.
• Experience preparing food across multiple kitchen stations.
• Food-handler certification or the ability to obtain required certification within the designated timeframe.

Essential Physical and Work Requirements

• Stand and work on their feet for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Walk, bend, reach, grasp, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull food products, cookware, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Safely handle knives, hot cookware, kitchen tools, chemicals, and mechanical equipment.
• Work near ovens, grills, fryers, steam, hot surfaces, refrigerated areas, and changing temperatures.
• Safely navigate kitchen stations, storage areas, walk-in coolers, dish areas, and other active workspaces.
• Work in an environment that may include heat, cold, humidity, elevated noise levels, wet or slippery surfaces, food allergens, and confined work areas.

About Kaluz Restaurant

Kaluz Restaurant is part of ARKA Restaurant Group, a South Florida restaurant organization committed to exceptional hospitality, quality food, and memorable guest experiences. We believe outstanding service begins with knowledgeable employees, strong teamwork, consistency, and pride in the details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ARKA Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants and employees may request reasonable accommodation during the application process or while performing the essential functions of the position.