Line Cook II - Soho Beach House Miami

About the role

A Line Cook II at Soho House is responsible for maintaining one or two stations, preparing food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs during service. In this role, you thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate highly skilled abilities across two stations, and positively influence the team while remaining calm during busy service. A successful Line Cook II is a critical team member due to their focused and appreciated culinary expertise in two or more stations.

Responsibilities

• Learn ingredients for all menu items and produce consistent, high-quality dishes in fast-paced environments across two stations.
• Support daily prep, kitchen maintenance, equipment upkeep, and inventory as needed.
• Prepare food items in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas while adhering to allergy requests and specific dish alterations.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner, complying with safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications set by the Kitchen, monitoring cooking temperatures and quality to reduce costs.
• Assist with inventory to support sustainable food cost management.
• Set up stations according to Kitchen guidelines, maintaining a safe, clean, organized, and stocked work area.
• Execute production and à-la-carte dishes, including weekend feast ideas and team meals.
• Work toward specific goals and Soho House Standards for speed of service (3-8-10) and consistent guest experience.
• Ensure proper time and attendance procedures for clocking in/out and breaks.
• Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with pre- and post-service meetings when requested.
• Positively influence teams under pressure and foster a welcoming work environment to boost staff morale.
• Attend “Cook House” trainings and mentor new and existing team members in areas of interest.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Commit to providing quality service and food knowledge.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a fast-paced, upscale, and approachable professional environment.
• Strong understanding of professional cooking and educated knife-handling skills.
• Food handler’s certificate.
• Strong communication skills, ability to take direction, and team-player mentality.
• Proactive ability to build professional relationships with leaders and kitchen team members.
• Flexible schedule with availability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Proven ability to execute all menu items and deliver top-quality dishes across all stations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
• Capability to work on your feet for 8–10 hours.
• Fast-paced movements between kitchen and storage areas.
• Ability to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 35 pounds regularly.
• Occasional exposure to cold, heat, and water.
• Occasional kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing as required.

Benefits

• Health Care + 401K: Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a retirement fund with a 2% match.
• Paid Time Off: Full-time employees receive sick days and vacation days.
• Career Development: Opportunities for domestic or international career progression, both managerially and technically.
• Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community through mentoring, apprenticeships, local outreach, and sustainability initiatives.
• Learning & Development: Access to an extensive range of internally and externally run courses.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Monthly calendars featuring trips, trainings, and events celebrating food and drink, available to all employees.
• Team Events: Monthly fun events, including fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes.
• Team Meal: Substantial meal provided free of charge while on duty in Houses and restaurants.