Saute Cook

Cafe Santorini is a busy, high-quality kitchen that takes pride in delivering exceptional food and memorable dining experiences. We’re looking for a skilled Sauté Cook to join our culinary team and bring precision, flavor, and speed to our sauté station.

Job Summary:
The Sauté Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking dishes using sauté techniques, ensuring each plate meets our quality, consistency, and presentation standards. This position plays a key role on the hot line, requiring excellent timing, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple pans at once in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the sauté station during prep and service.

• Cook proteins, vegetables, pasta, and sauces to proper doneness and texture.

• Follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and plating instructions.

• Manage prep work for the station, including chopping, blanching, and sauce preparation.

• Coordinate with other line cooks to ensure smooth ticket flow and timely service.

• Maintain food quality, freshness, and rotation using FIFO methods.

• Keep work area clean, stocked, and organized during service.

• Perform end-of-shift breakdown, cleaning, and proper storage of ingredients.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sauté Cook or Line Cook in a high-volume kitchen.

• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, pan sauces, and flavor building.

• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently during peak service.

• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and work over hot stoves.

• Flexible schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with scratch cooking and seasonal menus.

• Understanding of flavor profiles and sauce pairing.

• Team-oriented attitude and strong communication skills.

Perks:

• Competitive pay + tips.

• Staff meals and employee discounts.

• Opportunities for skill development and advancement.

📌 If you can work the pans like a pro and keep your station firing on all burners, we want to meet you!