Line Cook - The Gathering Spot D.C.

The Gathering Spot

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 28,929

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Join a vibrant community at The Gathering Spot as a Line Cook. You will prepare delicious meals according to the Chef's specifications, support daily restaurant and event prep, and contribute to customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should possess strong cooking skills and a culinary education, ready to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

Proven cooking experience in a similar role.
Excellent understanding of various cooking methods and procedures.
Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare food for service, including chopping vegetables and cooking menu items.
Ensure high-quality food is produced in a timely manner.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Cooking experience

Understanding of cooking methods

Accuracy

Speed

Familiarity with industry best practices

Education

Culinary school diploma

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We are looking for a professional Line Cook to prepare food to the exact Chef’s specifications and to support The Gathering Spot's onsite restaurant. Line Cook duties will consist of assisting the Executive and Sous Chef with their daily restaurant & event prep. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

Responsibilities:

Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Answer, report and follow Executive or Sous Chef’s instructions
Clean up station and take care of leftover food
Stock inventory appropriately
Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements:

Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
Familiar with industry’s best practices
Culinary school diploma

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods standing and preparing and cooking food.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.

The Gathering Spot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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