Line Cook

Job Summary

The AM Line Cook is responsible for executing morning prep and service production with precision and consistency while upholding the exacting standards of the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group.

Essential Job Functions

• Execute food preparation and cooking according to CUT and Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group standards
• Maintain proper food storage, handling, labeling, and rotation procedures
• Ensure food quality, portion control, and presentation meet fine dining expectations
• Follow daily production schedules, prep lists, and par levels
• Prepare meats, poultry, game, fish, vegetables, and fruits, including: Washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding
• Weighing and measuring ingredients
• Mixing, stirring, whipping, breading, and other preparation methods
• Perform a range of cooking techniques including sautéing, roasting, braising, grilling, frying, baking, steaming, poaching, and broiling
• Monitor cooking temperatures and proper cooling procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations and equipment
• Stock and maintain adequate food supplies to support service and transitions to PM teams
• Perform proper plate presentation and garnish standards when applicable
• Safely lift and move equipment and supplies as needed
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and company food safety guidelines

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required
• Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of cooking experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, ingredients, equipment, and kitchen procedures
• Experience working in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment
• Ability to consistently work early morning shifts

Preferred Experience

• Previous fine dining or upscale restaurant experience
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Conversational English proficiency, ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions, strong communication and teamwork skills, solid knife skills and attention to detail, ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards, strong organizational and time-management skills, commitment to food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and professionalism

Equipment Proficiency (Preferred)

• Pasta machines
• Tilting steam kettles and braising skillets
• Pressureless steamers
• Deep fryers
• Convection, rotary, and mobile ovens
• Griddles, burners, and salamanders
• Buffalo choppers, electric mixers, and slicers
• Scales and woks

Pay

$22.00 - $25.00 / hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account
• Career advancement within the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group

Disclaimer

Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.