Line Cook - Cincinnati, OH

The hiring establishment is a renowned culinary company specializing in delivering authentic Italian cuisine in Cincinnati, OH. Known for its dedication to high-quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods, this company operates high-volume kitchens that emphasize both creativity and authenticity in their menu offerings. They pride themselves on crafting unique Italian dishes that maintain the rich heritage of Italy's diverse culinary regions, focusing on handmade pastas and risottos made fresh daily. This company is committed to maintaining exemplary standards of food safety, hygiene, and guest satisfaction, creating vibrant dining experiences that appeal to both locals and visitors alike. This job opportunity is for a Pasta Cook and Entree Cook position, offering an hourly salary ranging from $17.00 to $21.00. This role is vital in transforming premium ingredients into exquisite Italian dishes, following the guidance and recipes provided by experienced Corporate Chefs, CDC (Chef de Cuisine), Sous Chefs, and General Managers. Working in an energetic, fast-paced environment, the Pasta Cook and Entree Cook will be responsible for preparing and plating a variety of dishes while ensuring consistency, presentation quality, and adherence to health standards. The position demands a strong passion for culinary arts, particularly Italian cuisine, and the ability to manage multiple cooking methods and station responsibilities efficiently. The Pasta Cook part of the role emphasizes expertise with handmade pasta from various regions of Italy, creativity in menu development, and maintaining the highest quality standards. This includes training and mentoring team members, adhering closely to recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications while ensuring workstations are clean and well-stocked. Meanwhile, the Entree Cook focuses on high-quality food preparation and portioning, ensuring orders meet specific guest requests, including accommodating special dietary needs and cooking meats to precise temperatures such as rare, medium rare, medium, medium well, and well done. This role also requires thorough understanding of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment, typically gained through experience in full-service restaurant settings. Both roles contribute to the overall kitchen operation, including opening and closing tasks, workstation setup, supply management, and rigorous cleaning and sanitation practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced knife skills, strong menu knowledge, and the ability to apply culinary techniques skillfully. They will participate actively in the kitchen's teamwork and communication processes to deliver excellent dining experiences to guests consistently. This position requires stamina to stand or walk for extended periods, including 8-hour shifts, and the physical ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds, such as cases, pans, and utensils. If you are passionate about Italian cuisine, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and have a solid foundation in culinary arts, this opportunity could be an excellent fit for you to grow and thrive.

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods up to 8-hour shifts
• Capacity to lift and carry heavy objects, up to 50 pounds
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous culinary experience in pasta or entree cooking
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills