Line Cook

Job Details

Join the exciting team at the soon-to-open Swedish Hill Cafe! We're seeking passionate Line Cooks to be a part of our downtown cafe located in the heart of downtown Austin.

Position Summary
To be successful as a line cook, you should be knowledgeable of various cooking techniques and have a passion for food. Ultimately, an exceptional line cook should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting in preparing meal ingredients, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables as well as marinating meats.
• Preparing all foods as directed by the head chef and company standard.
• Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the chefs.
• Collaborating with cooks to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Ensuring that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.
• Adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination.
• Assessing the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure that it meets restaurant standards.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 1-year cooking experience required
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations
• Ability to work as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively

Benefits and Perks:

• Health insurance benefits available first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Gym Discounts
• Restaurant Discounts
• Retail Discounts
• Holiday Pay

• Prolonged periods of being on your feet per shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Must be eligible to work in the United States. MML Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.