Job Title: Line Cook

Location: Northport, New York

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Head Chef/Sous Chef

Job Summary:

As a Line Cook at The Northport Hotel, you will play a crucial role in the culinary operations of our hotel's restaurant. You will be responsible for the preparation, cooking, and plating of food items to ensure the highest quality dining experience for our guests. Your attention to detail, culinary skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment will contribute to the success of our restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation: Prepare and portion ingredients for menu items following established recipes and portion sizes.
Cooking: Cook and plate food items to order during service, ensuring they meet the restaurant's standards for taste, presentation, and temperature.
Station Management: Manage your assigned station, keeping it organized, clean, and properly stocked with ingredients and necessary tools.
Timing: Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure that all dishes for a table are prepared and ready to be served simultaneously.
Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency while adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Menu Knowledge: Familiarize yourself with the menu, including special requests, dietary restrictions, and any changes or additions.
Teamwork: Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff, including chefs, sous chefs, and dishwashers, to ensure a smooth and efficient service.
Adaptability: Work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure kitchen environment, especially during peak dining hours.
Clean-up: After service, assist with cleaning and maintaining your station, as well as overall kitchen cleanup.

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a line cook or in a similar culinary role is preferred.
Knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen equipment.
Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure during busy periods.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks in a hot kitchen environment.
Lift and carry heavy pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter or apply in person at 225 Main Street, Northport, NY 11768. Please include any relevant culinary certifications and references.

At The Northport Hotel, we are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience to our guests. Joining our culinary team as a Line Cook offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of this commitment and contribute to the success of our restaurant.

The Northport Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

The Northport Hotel is a brand new boutique hotel in the heart of historic Northport NY. We offer 26 luxury rooms that feature 5 star amenities and a service experience to match. We are proud to be the home of our 170 seat casual fine dining restaurant serving lunch, brunch, pre theater and dinner 7 days per week. We are guided by our mission and vision statements to provide extraordinary guest experiences to all who visit us. To do this we are looking for team members that love to serve others, work in a team first environment and enjoy continually striving to be the best to join the team. If you feel you can make a positive impact on each guest who visits the hotel, we would like to speak to you. We offer competitive wages & benefits, clear vision on our why we are who we are, respect for each and every team member, training and an inclusive environment.

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