Root Down is seeking Line Cook candidates. Root Down’s fresh-from-the-earth menu features eclectic, globally-influenced seasonal cuisine, with a focus on organic, natural and locally-sourced ingredients.
This position requires open availability that may include the ability to work opening, closing & weekend shifts. Candidates should be prepared to work 32-40 hours a week.
Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:
- Excellent communication & collaboration skills
- High energy and positive attitude in a fast paced & fun environment
- Experience in a high volume kitchen & able to multitask, prioritize & manage time effectively
- Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
- Strong knowledge & supportive of food safety standards & procedures
- Covid 19 awareness & support of process’: wearing a face mask & proper handwashing & glove usage acknowledgement
- Sanitizing and cleaning work stations and utensils as outlined
- Maintaining safety/sanitation standards re: receiving, prepping, heating, cooling & serving food
- Setting up, organizing, working & replenishing a clean, work station
- Assisting other cooks in preparing or plating food as needed
- Physical stamina to stand throughout duration of shift
- Open availability including weekends
- Must be able to lift over 20lbs multiple times per shift
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available (eligibility after 6 months at 30 hours/week)
- 401k with discretionary match (after 12 months)
- Disability and accident insurance available (at employee cost)
- JOON wellness benefit
- Paid leave
If you are interested in this position & meet the desired experience and qualifications, please submit your resume along with a paragraph about why you are a great candidate for this role.
ABOUT US: Edible Beats (ediblebeats.com) is the locally owned, independent restaurant group known for the highly original and successful concepts El Five, Linger, Root Down, Vital Root, and Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox. Along with some of Denver’s most forward-thinking, sustainably-sourced cuisine, the key to Edible Beats’ success is a team of passionate, collaborative, and energetic professionals that value connectedness and the desire to constantly evolve.
PLEASE NOTE:
Because kitchen employees have always been among the hardest working employees in this industry, but have not been given the ability to earn tips along with the front of the house, Edible Beats restaurants have taken the long overdue step of including kitchen employees in the tip pool. We believe this model represents the future of the restaurant industry and rewards kitchen employees for the crucial role they play in our success.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.87 per hour + TIPS
COVID-19 considerations:
Employees must be willing to adhere to all COVID protocols: Temperature screening, mask use, glove use, frequent sanitation/disinfecting