Line Cook, Stella 34 - Quick Hire!

Delaware North's Patina Group is a renowned leader in the premium segment of the restaurant and catering industry, known for operating distinguished restaurants and managing elite catering and food service operations at some of the most iconic venues in the United States. These venues include celebrated locations such as Lincoln Center, Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and The Metropolitan Opera. The company has been recognized as one of America’s Top 25 restaurant groups by Nation’s Restaurant News, reflecting its commitment to excellence, quality, and innovation in hospitality. Patina Group operates as a subsidiary under Delaware North, a global and family-owned hospitality company with over 100 years of history. Delaware North is celebrated for its diverse and vast operations worldwide, including sports arenas, national parks, casinos, and other exciting venues. The company prides itself on fostering a culture that values its people, offering a range of opportunities for personal and professional growth across different disciplines such as restaurants, hotels, gaming, operations, and retail. Its commitment to creating an inclusive work environment is demonstrative in its equal opportunity employment practices, welcoming applicants without discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. The Line Cook role at Stella 34 in New York, New York, provided by Delaware North’s Patina Group, is a full-time position with a competitive hourly wage of $20.00. This position entails preparing menu dishes with precision and according to the chef’s detailed recipes and specifications. It is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking to work in prestigious venues while being supported by a dynamic and collaborative team environment. The role emphasizes the importance of quality control, food safety, and efficient kitchen operations, making it crucial for candidates to have culinary skills coupled with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced culinary setting. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for measuring, portioning, and cooking food items promptly while ensuring all food safety standards are followed meticulously. Your duties will also include maintaining appropriate food temperatures, keeping your workstation and equipment clean and orderly, and participating in opening, closing, and side work duties according to established guidelines. Additionally, you will apply waste control practices and contribute to minimizing food spoilage by accurately recording waste. The role requires physical stamina, manual dexterity, and a keen eye for maintaining cleanliness and organization under variable temperature conditions. Delaware North values its team members' wellbeing and offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional needs. Benefits include weekly pay, employee assistance programs, training and development opportunities, employee discounts, flexible work schedules, and eligibility for health, dental, and vision insurance. Further, eligible team members may benefit from a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition or professional certification reimbursement, making this role attractive for those seeking stable employment with growth potential in the hospitality industry.

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a prep cook or line cook
• Ability to follow procedures and take directions
• Basic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
• No high school diploma or GED required
• Manual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquids
• Ability to carry large pans weighing up to 50 pounds and operate kitchen equipment
• Capability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions constantly
• Exposure to variable temperatures