Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Overview

The Line Cook plays a vital role in bringing The Buttery’s menu to life - preparing, cooking, and portioning a variety of dishes with care, precision, and consistency. Working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, this role is all about craftsmanship, efficiency, and collaboration. You'll work closely with the kitchen team to create fresh, high-quality food while maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portion sizes, and standards. 
• Operate various kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stoves, grills) in a safe and efficient manner. 
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and supplies. 
• Monitor and control inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and minimizing food waste. 
• Follow al food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. 
• Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to ensure proper quantity and quality of products. 
• Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth operation during peak service hours. 
• Communicate any issues or concerns regarding food quality, safety, or kitchen equipment to the Sous Chef. 

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred. 
• Excellent time management, organizational, and listening skills. 
• Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals. 
• Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for learning, teaching & teamwork. 

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand. 
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it. 
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health/Vision/Dental Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more. 

About Us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge. 

The Buttery is many things: 

• a great local eatery 
• the village bakery & patisserie 
• an exceptional specialty coffee shop 
• all wrapped in a unique retail environment 

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.