Line Cooks

About the role

Cheeky's is a neighborhood seafood restaurant and oyster bar located in St. Petersburg, Florida. We offer a unique dining experience inspired by classic American dishes and seasonal ingredients, with a focus on providing exceptional food and service.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparing meal ingredients, including washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables, as well as marinating meats.
• Preparing all foods as directed by the head chef and company standards.
• Plating and garnishing meal items according to the instructions provided by the head cook.
• Collaborating with cooks to ensure all given tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensuring all cooking stations are adequately stocked with necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Ensuring all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.
• Assessing the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure they meet restaurant standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-year cooking experience required.
• Active Food Handlers certificate required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively.

Skills

• Minimum 1-year cooking experience required.
• Active Food Handlers certificate required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize job duties and manage time effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Frequent reaching, bending, and stooping required to serve guests and perform side work.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds regularly, such as trays with food and beverages.
• Ability to move quickly and efficiently between dining and kitchen areas.
• Manual dexterity required for handling small items (e.g., glassware, silverware) and operating point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Work is performed in a fast-paced, indoor and outdoor environment that may include exposure to varying levels of noise and temperature changes.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $18-21/hour based on experience.
• Shift meals.
• Clear path to advancement.