Line Cook
Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services · Sandston, VA · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$19–$21/hrFull-time
Why You'll Love This Job
- No weekends
- No late nights
- Guaranteed 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)
- Paid holidays off: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, plus more
- Generous benefits
- Consistent schedule, steady volume, and a supportive kitchen team
What You'll Do
We're looking for a dependable, upbeat Line Cook to help prepare and execute daily menu items with consistency, quality, and care. We cook food from all over the world, so if you love variety, learning new flavors, and being part of a collaborative team—this is the place.
Key Responsibilities
- Read, interpret, and scale recipes accurately
- Perform basic and advanced knife cuts with precision
- Execute core cooking techniques (searing, sautéing, grilling, frying, poaching, roasting, stock making)
- Set up and stock prep stations prior to service; keep stations clean and organized
- Prepare components of menu items—chopping vegetables, cutting meats, making sauces
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards; ensure proper storage and handling
- Absorb and follow Chef team instructions
- Work closely with the Chef team and communicate issues promptly
Working Conditions
- Noisy environment
- Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, and hazards (e.g., extreme temperatures, slippery/uneven surfaces)
Physical Requirements
- Activities: Bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), carry, push, climb, reach, kneel, stoop, walk, stand, climb stairs
- Physical Demands: Stand, walk, sit, handle/finger, reach outward/above shoulder, climb, crawl, squat/kneel, bend
- Lift/Carry: 10 lbs or less, 11–20 lbs, 21–50 lbs, 51–100 lbs
- Push/Pull: 12 lbs or less, 13–25 lbs, 26–40 lbs, 41–100 lbs
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year related culinary experience
- ServSafe or equivalent Food Handler's License
- Able to stand/walk up to 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
- Authorized to work in the U.S.