Line Cook - Sake No Hana New York

Tao Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with employer match

Life and Disability Insurance

Ancillary Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Fertility & Family Forming Support

Pet Insurance

TAO Marketplace

Employee Discounts

Time off

Job summary

Tao Group Hospitality is seeking a Line Cook to contribute to consistent dish quality across high-volume venues in New York. You will prepare hot and cold foods, follow recipes, and ensure accurate portions while maintaining station standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year line cook experience, comfort working in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to follow Tao's sanitation guidelines. Training includes in-venue line cook training and collaboration with culinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year line cook experience or Tao experience preferred.
• High-volume restaurant/nightclub/bar experience preferred.
• Tao Group Hospitality training in-venue line cook training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes hot and cold with consistent portions and plating.
• Follow POS orders and expeditor directions.
• Maintain station cleanliness and sanitation.
• Stock station and set up mise en place per FIFO.
• Work as part of a team and support colleagues.
• Adhere to health and Tao sanitation standards.
• Communicate needs to chefs and staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Mise en place

FIFO

Education

Line cook exp

Job description

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage


• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match


• Life and Disability Insurance Plans


• Ancillary Insurance Plans


• Employee Assistance Program


• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources


• Pet Insurance


• TAO Marketplace


• Employee Discounts


• Time off and much more!

Ensure quality, consistency and production of all food items. This entails preparation of food and setting up all stations with necessary supplies in an efficient and timely matter. Line cooks are expected to prepare each dish in a consistent manner including portion size, taste and plating. All recipes need to be followed and executed to TAO Standards. Line cooks are expected to follow guidelines of sanitation, food handling and hygiene.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests


• Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications


• Prepare all restaurants foods, hot and cold. Responsible for working in all aspects of food preparation


• Accurately follows all orders received from the POS system and/or directions from the expeditor


• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station


• Follow supervisor's instructions, and communicate with and support co-workers, while being a team player


• Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standards


• Possesses general knowledge of the venue


• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards


• Communicates product needs to the chefs and the support staff


• Required to check cover counts, BEOs, and/or Fire Sheets


• Properly sets-up station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
  
  
  
  • Stocks station with prescribed supplies
  
  
  • Sets "mise en place" following FIFO and company standards
  
  
  • Wipes down and sanitizes station
  
  
  • Completes opening duties as assigned or directe
  
  
  • Completes closing duties as assigned or directed
  
  
  
  

• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management


• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable)


• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings


• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example


• Portrays a positive and professional attitude


• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments


• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members


• Assist and / or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue line cook training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum 1 year line cook experience, relevant education equivalent or equivalent related Tao Group Hospitality experience required


• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant/nightclub/lounge preferred

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate


• Must be able to move quickly


• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance


• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time


• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume


• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment


• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials


• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment


• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required


• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards


• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner


• Ability to maintain confidentiality


• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment