Line Cook - Lake Oswego

Description: Salary: $23.00 - $25.00/hour ($18.00/hour + tips which average an additional $5-$7/hour) FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Schedule: Full-time hours - must have flexible availability including weekends and holidays Requirements: Current Oregon Food Handler's card Location & Transportation: Reliable transportation is required. Due to our locations, dependable transportation to and from our stores is essential. About Elephants A locally owned company since 1979, Elephants Delicatessen pioneered the gourmet food industry in the Pacific Northwest and now has seven Portland-metro area retail locations and a busy catering company, all serving great local foods prepared from scratch. A certified B Corporation, Elephants Delicatessen prides itself on sustainable practices and voluntarily meets a higher standard of transparency and accountability, using the power of business as a force for good. Elephants Delicatessen is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. What We Offer: Employer contributed vacation and sick timeKaiser Medical coverage, with alternative care as a bonus (acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, etc.)Mental Health ServicesDental, FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), and 401(k) with 4% company matchTraining that will fast-track your culinary/hospitality careerFree counseling and financial servicesOpportunities for advancementDiscounts on our delicious made-from-scratch foodPet insuranceChance to win employee rafflesDiscounts at Sketchers, Shoes for Crews, Verizon, Sprint, select B Corporations, and many more A commitment to inclusion, diversity, community involvement, employee well-being, and environmental protection. Elephants Delicatessen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Elephants Delicatessen participates in the E- Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Requirements: About the Role We are seeking a dynamic, guest-focused Line Cook. The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can balance hospitality with accountability in a fast-paced environment. What You’ll Do Provide exemplary customer service: task pivot and converse with customersEngage in active sellingSale and promotion of products; Help direct customers around the store and menuMaintain excellent product knowledgeProduce all food precisely according to Elephant's recipesProperly use equipment as specified by Manager and//or trainerMaintain a clean and orderly work areaCross-train in various BOH rolesReinforce service, sanitation, and food safety standardsMonitor workflow and pace during peak hoursAddress guest concerns with professionalism and urgency What We’re Looking For Minimum of 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably with flat top grillA genuine passion for hospitality and team developmentStrong communication and organization skillsAbility to stay composed and solution-oriented under pressureHigh standards for cleanliness, safety, and operational excellenceReliability, accountability, and a collaborative mindset If you love building strong teams, holding high standards, and creating memorable guest experiences, we’d love to meet you!