Benefits:

• 100 % Medical Insurance Coverage (Aetna)
• Family Meal
• Employee Dining Discounts

Job Description:

Line Cooks at KYU NYC are driven culinary professionals. This role works with the Executive and Sous Chefs to consistently execute the menu. The Line Cook is knowledgeable of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes. Line Cooks at KYU NYC take ownership in preparing ingredients, managing their stations, and creating dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications.

The primary job duties of the Line Cook include:

• Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Preparing for food service
• Cooking menu items in cooperation with the kitchen team
• Monitoring tickets - including allergy and special-request notes
• Timing orders correctly
• Keeping station clean, organized, and efficient
• Rotating inventory correctly
• Ensuring that all nutrition and sanitation standards are followed
• Monitoring and reporting inventory-needs to the Sous Chef
• Carefully plating dishes
• Double checking all dish components are ready for expo

Skills and Requirements:

• 3 to 5+ years experience in a direct titled cook position
• Fine Dining Experience
• Attention to detail
• Motivated and self-directed
• Pride in service and constant desire to grow within the craft
• Tactful and clear communication
• Excellent time management
• A proactive and positive attitude

Physical Aspects of the Server Role:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

KYU provides the following inclusive hiring information:  We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.