Experienced Line Cook

The Dinex Group is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join the culinary team at Le Pavillon, Chef Daniel Boulud’s Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.

Awarded one Michelin star, Le Pavillon offers a contemporary approach to French cuisine, inspired by nature and seasonal ingredients. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary foundation, excellent technical skills, and experience working in a high-end restaurant environment. We are looking for a motivated professional who takes pride in quality, consistency, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes using refined cooking techniques and seasonal ingredients.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Execute daily mise en place and ensure the station is fully prepared for service.
• Work efficiently during busy service while maintaining precision and attention to detail.
• Follow recipes, portion standards, and plating specifications.
• Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization standards.
• Communicate effectively with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and fellow kitchen team members.
• Monitor product quality, minimize waste, and ensure proper food storage and rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Line Cook in a fine-dining or upscale restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, culinary fundamentals, and ingredient preparation.
• Experience working across multiple kitchen stations, including sauté, grill, and garde manger.
• Experience in French cuisine or other high-end culinary environments is preferred.
• Ability to follow direction, work collaboratively, and maintain a professional attitude.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

 Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.

The Dinex Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Dinex Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.