Sauté| Grill Cook

Workstream; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive earning potential

Clear path to management

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity to grow within the restaurant group

Job summary

Workstream is hiring a Sauté/Grill Line Cook for Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen in Cornelius, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen and a strong understanding of sauté techniques. Responsibilities include preparing dishes, managing orders, and maintaining food safety standards.

This position offers competitive earning potential and a clear path to management, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of sauté techniques and professional cooking methods.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to stand for long periods (8+ hours).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute sauté station dishes including pasta, sauces, and entrées.
• Control cooking temperatures and timing to ensure quality and consistency.
• Manage multiple orders in a high-volume environment.
• Follow all recipes, food safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Sauté techniques

Communication skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of food safety standards

Job description

Sauté\Grill Line Cook| Little Mama’s Italian

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sauté\Grill Cook with a background in high-volume, scratch kitchens. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in consistency, and has a passion for Italian cuisine.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute sauté station dishes including pasta, sauces, and entrées
• Control cooking temperatures and timing to ensure quality and consistency
• Prepare all food prep required for the station
• Manage multiple orders in a high-volume environment
• Coordinate with other kitchen stations for efficient service
• Plate dishes according to restaurant standards
• Maintain proper mise en place and station readiness
• Monitor inventory and restock station as needed
• Follow all recipes, food safety, and sanitation guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen
• Strong understanding of sauté techniques and professional cooking methods
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stand for long periods (8+ hours)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability to work weekends and holidays
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive earning potential
• Clear path to management (most shift managers are promoted from within)
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to grow within one of Charlotte’s top restaurant groups

Apply Today

If you’re ready to grow your culinary career with a respected and expanding restaurant, we’d love to meet you!

Little Mama’s Italian Kitchen is inspired by the old classic Italian restaurants in New England from the 60s and 70s. Really well done classics, without pretense. A stiff cocktail and a bowl of fresh pasta or a knob of just‑made mozzarella are the simple but elegant menu items to look out for here. But the broiled steak will bowl you over too.