Seasonal Line Cook II - Soho House New York

<p><strong>The role…</strong></p> <p>At Soho House, a <strong>Line Cook II</strong> is responsible for maintaining a station or two, seamless preparation of food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs with service. As <strong>Line Cook II</strong>, you thrive in fast-paced environments and positively influence the team by demonstrating highly skilled abilities of two stations and remaining calm during a busy service.</p> <p>A successful <strong>Line Cook II</strong> is a critical member of the team due to the focused and appreciated culinary abilities in two or more stations. Although not skilled in all stations, a <strong>Line Cook II</strong> is hyper-specialized and has a proven ability to execute all menu items properly from prep to plate and deliver top-quality dishes from two or more stations.</p> <p><strong>Main Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for learning ingredients on all menu items and able to produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments and on two stations.</li> <li>Daily support in prep as well as kitchen maintenance, equipment, and inventory when needed.</li> <li>Daily responsibilities also include preparing food items in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas while adhering to allergy requests and specific dish alterations.</li> <li>Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner. In addition, be able to comply with safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.</li> <li>Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the Kitchen while paying attention to cooking temps and quality to reduce additional costs.</li> <li>Assist with inventory to support the kitchen operating at a sustainable food cost.</li> <li>Sets up stations according to Kitchen guidelines, and maintains a safe, clean, organized, and stocked work area.</li> <li>Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and team meals.</li> <li>Work towards specific goals and Soho House Standards for speed of service goals and consistent experience for Soho House Standards for service; 3-8-10</li> <li>Ensure proper time and attendance procedure is followed when clocking in and out for shifts and breaks.</li> <li>Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with pre and post-service meeting when requested.</li> <li>Positive influence for teams under pressure and provide a welcoming work environment that increases staff morale.</li> <li>Attend “Cook House” trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members on areas they are looking to go.</li> <li>Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage