Line Cook

Job Details

Zimmi’s is looking for talented Line Cooks to join our team! Zimmi’s is a 40 seat restaurant in the West Village that focuses on cooking regional French cuisine. We feature traditional, time-intensive, craft-based French dishes rarely seen outside of France. 

About this role

Zimmi’s is seeking skilled full time Line Cooks to join the team! Line cooks are responsible for station prep, cooking and plating dishes in an organized and timely manner, and ensuring DOH compliance and food safety procedures are followed. We focus on cooking traditional French food using produce, meat and dairy sourced from local and organic farms in New York State, the East Coast, and California. Respect for the product and knowledge of the product is a core value. We aim to create a respectful workplace culture whose foundation is based on collaborative work with both FOH and BOH colleagues, respectful communication among staff, product knowledge, staff education, and open communication.

Job Responsibilities 

• Prepare and cook dishes according to guest orders, following recipes and specifications
• Coordinate with the kitchen BOH and FOH team to deliver dishes simultaneously and on time
• Maintain knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation
• Ensure food meets qualitative standards
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and adhere to food safety, health, and sanitation standards
• Set up and stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies
• Follow company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Report to shifts on time and in proper uniform
• Perform additional duties as required
• Consistently support a culture of mutual respect, product knowledge, collaboration, and critical thinking

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Proficient knife skills and cooking techniques required.
• Experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
• Ability to follow and execute recipes accurately
• Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• High standards for cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team.
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.