Pasta Cook

DeMarco's Italian; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

DeMarco's Italian in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced Pasta Cook to join our culinary team. You will produce fresh, handmade pasta and maintain station readiness with precise sauces and fillings.

You will work in a chef-driven kitchen, coordinating timing for complete orders and ensuring quality while adhering to sanitation standards. Prior pasta-making experience and strong teamwork skills are essential for success in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience making fresh pasta by hand in a scratch kitchen.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality and presentation.
• Experience with fresh cheeses (mozzarella, ricotta) is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Set up and fully stock the pasta station before service.
• Prepare fresh, handmade pasta according to recipes and standards.
• Roll, cut, shape, portion, and store pasta types correctly.
• Prepare and maintain sauces, fillings, garnishes, and mise en place.
• Cook pasta dishes consistently during high-volume service.
• Coordinate timing with the kitchen to serve complete orders.
• Follow prep lists, recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Communicate low-stock items and needs to the Chef or Sous Chef.
• Label, date, rotate, and store ingredients properly.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and follow sanitation rules.
• Assist with inventory, receiving, and general kitchen prep as needed.

Skills

Pasta making

Kitchen organization

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Knife skills

Tools

Pasta machine

Standard kitchen equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Pasta Cook

We are seeking an experienced Pasta Cook to join our talented culinary team. The ideal candidate has experience preparing fresh, handmade pasta and working in a high-volume, chef-driven kitchen.

Your primary responsibility will be producing and cooking pasta dishes according to our recipes and exact standards. You will also set up and maintain your station, prepare sauces and ingredients, monitor inventory, and follow all sanitation requirements. Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills are essential.

Pasta Cook Responsibilities

• Set up and fully stock the pasta station before each service.
• Prepare fresh, handmade pasta according to established recipes and standards.
• Roll, cut, shape, portion, and properly store different types of pasta.
• Prepare and maintain sauces, fillings, garnishes, and other mise en place.
• Cook and finish pasta dishes consistently during high-volume service.
• Coordinate timing with the rest of the kitchen to ensure complete orders are served together.
• Follow prep lists, recipes, portioning guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Communicate low-stock items and preparation needs to the Chef or Sous Chef.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store all ingredients.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Assist with inventory, receiving, and general kitchen preparation as needed.

Pasta Cook Requirements

• Previous pasta cook or line cook experience in a scratch kitchen.
• Experience making fresh pasta by hand and using pasta-making equipment.
• Knowledge of pasta doughs, fillings, sauces, cooking techniques, and proper storage.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes and consistently meet quality and presentation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently and remain organized during busy service.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience making fresh cheeses, including mozzarella and ricotta, is a plus.