Line Cook: Precision Prep & Flavor Craft

Novecento; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Novecento is seeking a dedicated HOH to prepare foods to order, maintaining sanitation, quality, and timing to deliver guest satisfaction. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure every dish meets our standards for taste and presentation.

Responsibilities include cooking prep, stocking line stations, portion control, keeping a clean workstation, following recipes, and supporting closing procedures. This role requires physical stamina and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two years of kitchen preparation and cooking experience.
• At least six months in a similar capacity.
• Experience with kitchen equipment including knives, slicer, salamander, stove, oven, mixer, fryer, and woks.
• Clear communication with managers and staff.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds; stand up to 10 hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other items for cooking on diverse equipment.
• Ensures 100% quality and adherence to portion sizes, methods and rules.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of products at line stations for smooth service.
• Portions food according to standard sizes and recipe specs.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary workstation and follows safety guidelines.
• Sets up, maintains, restocks, and organizes the work area.
• Follows plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates products properly.
• Assists in food prep during peak/off-peak periods and supports closing checks.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Equipment knowledge

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

Knives

Slicer

Salamander

Stove

Oven

Mixer

Fryer

Woks

Job description

Novecento is seeking a dedicated HOH to prepare foods to order, maintaining sanitation, quality, and timing to deliver guest satisfaction. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure every dish meets our standards for taste and presentation.

Responsibilities include cooking prep, stocking line stations, portion control, keeping a clean workstation, following recipes, and supporting closing procedures. This role requires physical stamina and reliable teamwork.