Sauté Cook — Craft Flavor in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

DZO Hospitality; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Talavera Restaurant in Coral Gables, FL is hiring an experienced Sauté Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare sauté station dishes, execute cooking techniques, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a flexible schedule and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork. We welcome applicants authorized to work in the United States who are passionate about great food and consistent execution.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sauté Cook or Line Cook in a full-service restaurant is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of professional cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items at the sauté station according to restaurant recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Properly execute sautéing, searing, pan-frying, and other cooking techniques.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, flavor, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Set up and organize the sauté station before each service, ensuring all ingredients and supplies are ready.
• Work efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and other kitchen team members to ensure timely preparation of orders.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, proper food handling, and temperature-control procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout each shift.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory rotation, and other kitchen duties as needed.

Skills

Sauté cook experience

Line cook experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork & communication

Flexible schedule

US work authorization

Job description

Talavera Restaurant in Coral Gables, FL is hiring an experienced Sauté Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare sauté station dishes, execute cooking techniques, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a flexible schedule and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork. We welcome applicants authorized to work in the United States who are passionate about great food and consistent execution.