Company and Position Summary: 

Redwood Empire Whiskey recently acquired Savage and Cooke Distillery located in Vallejo on Mare Island.  The distillery features an event and dining space in an ultra-hip atmosphere.  Redwood Empire Whiskey is re-opening the restaurant operations after transforming the menu. We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced Line Cooks to join our team.  

This part-time position is capable of assisting with setting up and closing down the kitchen, working the line during operating hours and acting as utility person in order to keep up with washing dishes and keeping the line stocked with necessary supplies and back-up food items.  The event and restaurant team work Wednesday through Sunday.  We currently have needs for shifts between 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  The position offers eligibility in our 401(k) plan (plus match), as well as various company perks that include product discounts and giveaways, plus gratuities for events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proficient in all skills that relate to kitchen and cook operations.

• Participates in food production and collaborates with chef.
• Helps maintain food quality and standards of the chef.

• Helps to communicate food and supply needs.
• Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
• Adheres to safety procedures for the assigned work area.
• Participates in kitchen setup, shutdown, operating, troubleshooting issues, and making adjustments when necessary.
• Maintains a clean and organized kitchen and pantry.
• Participates in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assists with, and ensures, general housekeeping and cleaning of workstations, including washing dishes and pots/pans.

• Ability to work weekends and overtime when the business demands.
• Helps to Identify problems before they occur and helps remedy them.
• Has knowledge of Employee Handbook policies, especially regarding California meal and break policies.
• Collaborates and communicates with Kitchen Manager on all BOH needs.

Qualifications:

• Passion for food and hospitality.
• Team player with positive attitude.
• Demonstrated proficiency in line cooking and food preparation activities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in organizational skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Versatile, flexible, and enthusiastic to work within constantly changing environment.

• Ability to multitask and juggle priorities.
• Maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to multitask and juggle priorities.
• Current food handlers card preferred.
• Good communication skills, Spanish speaking skills a plus.

 Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Walk, kneel, bend and stand, primarily on concrete flooring.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a noisy, fast-paced environment.
• Part-time, Wednesday – Sunday, with availability between 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
• The restaurant is operated in our food truck, which is located on-site at the distillery.  Once a week, prep-work is performed off-site at a commercial kitchen in Vallejo.

• Opportunity for advancement within the organization