Line Cook

About the role

Following a highly successful inaugural year, Serata is expanding our culinary team. Our restaurant is dedicated to redefining the Long Island dining landscape through seasonal precision, locally sourced ingredients, and avant-garde techniques. We are seeking a disciplined, passionate, and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our kitchen. As a Line Cook in our kitchen, you will be responsible for executing complex dishes to the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will be expected to maintain a pristine station and contribute to a culture of excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Technical Proficiency: Mastery of fundamental techniques, precise knife skills, and experience with various stations (Saucier, Poissonier, Entremetier).
• Fine Dining Pedigree: Prior experience in a high-volume, upscale, or Michelin-rated environment is highly preferred.
• Composure: The ability to maintain focus, speed, and cleanliness during high-pressure services.
• Growth Mindset: A desire to learn, taste, and evolve within a team that values culinary education and creativity.
• Reliability: Absolute professionalism in attendance and a "mise-en-place" mental state.

Requirements

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• A deep respect for ingredients and the art of plating.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for a specific station (Garde Manger, Saucier, or Entremetier), ensuring every dish that leaves your station meets our exacting standards.

• Service Excellence: Execute complex dishes to order during high-volume service with consistency and speed.
• Refined Technique: Apply advanced cooking methods including sous-vide, precision searing, and delicate plating.
• Mise en Place: Manage your station's prep levels, ensuring all components are fresh and organized for every service.
• Collaboration: Work in total synchronization with the Sous Chefs and the front-of-house team to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Sanitation: Maintain a pristine workspace throughout service, adhering to all health and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Accelerated Learning: Deep-dive into high-end ingredients and sophisticated plating techniques.
• Career Ladder: We are a growing group; we actively train our Line Cooks for Sous Chef transitions.