Restaurant Line Cook

Description:***Please apply on our Career page directly: https://lessingsinc.peoplematter.jobs/ Position: Line Cook Join Lessing's Hospitality Group on the kitchen team at one of our premier restaurants! Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service • Prepare a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items • Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for allocated station • Cover, date and correctly store all bits and pieces and food prep items • Notify Chef in advance of likely shortages • Serve menu items compliant with established standards • Use food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions • Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations • Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times • Keep the work area fresh all through the shift • Make sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately • Constantly use safe and hygienic food handling practices • Returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas • Assist with all duties as assigned by Chef Qualifications: • Weekend and night availability are required! • 2+ years experience as a Line Cook required. • Culinary degree highly preferred. Pay & Perks: -Hourly pay -Paid Time Off for Full Time Employees -401K for Full Time Employees -Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits for Full-Time Employees The Company: Lessing's Hospitality Group is comprised of over 100 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida. Lessing's operates 21 wedding and catering venues, 20 full-service restaurants, 2 pop-up kitchen concepts, over 60 corporate and academic dining centers, and a historic inn. Steeped in over 130 years of tradition, but adapting to a constantly changing industry, Lessing's Hospitality Group's focus is on providing each guest with unique, personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality. Salary Range (NY only): $17.00 - $25.00 per hour