Family Meal Cook

The Role

We are seeking a Family Meal Chef to join our team and bring culinary passion to every plate. This role is responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality, flavorful dishes for our team members in the cafeteria, ensuring a warm and inviting dining experience that reflects the standards of Living Room's private member's club. This role requires creativity, efficiency, and a strong sense of teamwork in a fast-paced, supportive kitchen environment.

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals, following recipes, nutritional guidelines, and special dietary requirements to meet quality and portion control standards

Station Management

• Set up, stock, and organize assigned station with all necessary supplies, and ensure cleanliness and organization throughout service

Quality Assurance

• Monitor food quality by tasting, smelling, and observing items before serving; adhere to all food safety and sanitation standards

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with other kitchen staff and support cross-functional kitchen tasks as needed, contributing to an efficient and positive work environment

Customer Service

• Engage with team members to deliver an inviting cafeteria experience, addressing any questions about food offerings and dietary considerations

Inventory & Stock Management

• Assist with managing supplies and inventory for assigned station, noting any shortages or concerns to ensure uninterrupted service

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a line cook, preferably in a cafeteria or high-volume setting
• Culinary Knowledge: Understanding of basic cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety procedures
• Team-Oriented: Strong ability to work well in a team environment, with excellent communication and time-management skills
• Passionate & Positive: Enthusiastic about creating flavorful, quality meals that fuel our team members; displays a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Ability

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. when necessary

Benefits

• 100% Healthcare Coverage - choose from United Healthcare PPO and HMO plans or Kaiser for medical. Dental and vision coverage are also included through United Healthcare, it's part of our commitment to you
• Wellness Benefits for a balanced lifestyle
• Competitive 401k match for your financial future
• Career Growth opportunities that empower you
• Leverage Development Program
• Learning & Development for your growth with us
• Immersive Trainings that nurture your talents
• Fun and Exciting Team Member Events that build bonds
• Free Team Member Meals to fuel your creativity

Our Team Culture

• At Living Room, we are deeply passionate about our work and we believe that hospitality is a noble pursuit because it's fundamentally human and an ideal worth chasing.
• We seek out those that share these beliefs as an inherent second nature and our team member culture is how we bring this idea to life.
• Our guiding pillars- Be Human, Be Curious, Be Empathetic, Be Soulful, and Be Honest demand that we embody these values in all that we do.