Restaurant Line Cook (Seasonal)

Eataly; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Free family meal

Discounts at Eataly

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Eataly in Los Angeles is seeking a Line Cook to transform high-quality ingredients into authentic Italian dishes in a high-volume, open-kitchens environment. You will prepare, cook and plate items under the guidance of the Sous Chef Manager or Chef de Cuisine.

Requirements include 2+ years in food prep, knife skills, and a culinary arts degree preferred. This seasonal, on-site role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in a food preparation role.
• Good knife skills and finger dexterity for using small tools and utensils.

Responsibilities

• Transform high-quality ingredients into authentic Italian dishes.
• Prepare, cook and plate food items per recipes and standards.
• Follow portion sizes, quality standards and health regulations.
• Maintain proper holding temperatures and cooking methods for all items.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

2+ years in food prep

Knife skills

Finger dexterity

Education

Culinary arts degree preferred

Job description

Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters

Job Description

A Line Cook transforms high-quality, unique ingredients into authentic Italian dishes through preparing, cooking and plating food items in Eataly’s exciting, high-volume, open kitchens. Reports to the Sous Chef Manager or Chef de Cuisine.

• Portions, cuts, slices, dips, batters, breads, whips, beats, maintains holding temperature, fries and sautés
• Selects cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game or vegetables to be used for frying or sautéing
• Plates menu items along with appropriate garnish
• Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures, and Department of Health regulations
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a food preparation position
• Good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly
• Degree from a culinary arts training program preferred

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
• Ability to work with commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Compensation: Pay range is set at $19 - $20 an hour.

Seasonal Position: This is a seasonal position with an initial commitment of at least three (3) months. Upon successful completion of the seasonal period, there may be an opportunity to transition into a regular full-time position based on business needs, performance, and overall fit.

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.