Line Cook

About the Role

Sifted is building a brand‑new, dynamic corporate catering space in Bellevue and is seeking a highly motivated Line Cook to help launch in the spring. The Line Cook will work with the Lead Line Cook on stations such as the Wok Station, Rotating Plate, Hot Hands, or Wrap Culture station, and may rotate among multiple stations daily based on staffing needs.

Schedule

Weekday mornings – 7 am or 3 pm start time.

Responsibilities

• Work on the line in one of the concept kitchens, preparing meals for 500–1000 guests daily.
• Maintain full ownership of labeling, organizing pans and delis, and discarding out‑of‑date product from common storage areas.
• Execute strict quality control and act as Sanitation and Safety Champion in the Bellevue kitchen.
• Own daily pack‑out temperatures: ensure proteins reach final cooking temperature, verify all items before packing, re‑thermal hot items if necessary, and provide a daily temperature sheet to the Managing Chef.
• Assist with daily deep‑clean tasks and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards.
• Support the Executive Chef by facilitating discussions and answering questions about production, pack‑out, and clean‑up.
• Help the Executive Chef develop and augment operational systems.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in a full‑service, moderate‑to‑high‑volume restaurant, club, or catering establishment.
• Culinary degree or similar education preferred.
• Lead by example in production, attitude, cleaning, punctuality, and safety/sanitation standards set by the local health department.
• Ability to work efficiently to maximize team output while maintaining a calm, collected demeanor.
• Capability to perform repetitive motions daily (prepping vegetables, cooking proteins, deep cleaning).
• Basic English communication skills.
• Maintain a Washington State Food Handlers Card.
• Physical ability to stand up to 6 hours at a time and move equipment up to 50 lb.

Benefits

• Compensation: $27 per hour.
• Company‑sponsored health insurance plans, including 100 % company‑paid HDHP, with vision and dental opt‑in.
• 401(k) program available after six months of employment.
• 80 hours of PTO per year, plus paid winter break from Dec 24 – Jan 1.
• Free lunch during meal service.
• Opportunities to take on larger roles and learn within a fast‑growing start‑up.

Pay

$27 per hour (Bellevue, WA).