Lead Line Cook

La Chinesca is part of the 13th Street Kitchens restaurant group (Cafe Lift, Kensington Quarters, Prohibition Taproom). Situated in the Spring Arts District, La Chinesca, Philly’s first true Mexicali dining experience, draws its inspiration from the border town in Mexico, Mexicali, where there is a unique combination of Chinese and Mexican cuisine. 

Converted from an old Jiffy Lube, our restaurant shares the same lot with one of the city’s premier music venues, Union Transfer. Our space has outdoor communal and lounge seating in a lush green setting in the front and back of the restaurant, which is roughly three times the size of our indoor foot print making it a one of a kind experience / destination in Philly (200+ seats indoor/outdoor).

We are looking to expand our culinary team and are looking for a Lead Line Cook who is passionate about cooking, pushing the boundaries, and most importantly, wanting to grow within our company and become a member of our community. Candidates must have two years experience within high volume restaurants with equally high standards, and exemplary ordering and inventory skills. Although there will be light administrative tasks involved with this position, leading by example on the line is the best way to thrive in this role.

Desired Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years of progressive culinary experience in well-rated restaurants.
• The ability and desire to work with locally-sourced, seasonal foods, and to help design menus based on them.
• Prior experience and success in running expo in a busy kitchen.
• Experience with training and mentoring hourly BOH staff.
• Ability to drive performance and results of a diverse culinary workforce.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

We Offer:

• The opportunity to work with an up-and-coming restaurant group, who supports career advancement, professional, and personal growth.
• A compensation package that is above-market standards.

Physical Demands:

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally push and/or pull up to 50 pounds. The employee will spend over 4 hours daily standing or walking.

Benefits:

• After 90 days of employment, full-time employees are eligible for Health and Dental Insurance with 13th Street Kitchens contributing towards the monthly premium.

• After 30 days of employment, 13th Street Kitchens offers a Wellness Plan through Vitable Health, which offers primary care, urgent care, and mental health services. This benefit is 100% company sponsored for full-time employees, and heavily discounted for part-time employees. 
• A 25% off dining discount at all 13th Street Kitchens locations.