Line Cook

A popular Japanese restaurant in East Village of New York City is opening its new concept in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The new restaurant will focus on Kaisen-Don (elevated Japanese rice bowls inspired by edomae chirashi sushi) with a full sushi, sashimi, and appetizer menu. The group is seeking part-time or full-time line cooks to join the team. The team member will be responsible for running the day-to-day operations of a specific station while having an understanding of other stations. The team member will prepare high-quality dishes that meet the company's standards, ensuring the station is clean and well-stocked. Basic knowledge of Japanese food is preferred but not mandatory. Must be able to begin training in early November for opening in mid-November. Responsibilities: * Maintain daily operations of your assigned station * Assist in daily prep or any other assigned work * Check and complete mise en place and pars and set up station using proper recipes and ingredients * Use standard recipes and plate presentations in order to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation * Be aware of items that are running low and communicate it to the team * Maintain a good working relationship with all back of house, front of house staff, management and guests * Store all items properly at the end of shift, labeling and dating all products * Ensure a clean, neat and organized work area * Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management Qualifications: * Practical working experience in a kitchen, preferably in Japanese cuisine * 1-2 years of cooking experience preferred, but not required * Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays * Strong communication skills and team-first attitude * Able to stay organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision * Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast-paced environment * Able to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies * Able to stand for extended periods of time * Able to carry, push, and pull up to 30 lbs; standing, bending and lifting will be required * Fluency and/or ability to communicate in other languages (Spanish / Japanese) is a plus Schedule: Weekday and weekend dinners. We look forward to hearing from you!

Created: 2024-10-30