Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

CUT by Wolfgang Puck | New York City

Join the award-winning culinary team at CUT by Wolfgang Puck , where precision, craftsmanship, and passion come together to create an exceptional fine dining experience.

We are seeking talented PM Line Cooks who thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance kitchen and take pride in executing every dish with consistency, attention to detail, and excellence. If you're looking to sharpen your skills alongside some of the industry's best chefs while working with exceptional ingredients, we'd love to meet you.

As a PM Line Cook, you'll play a critical role in delivering the elevated dining experience that defines CUT by Wolfgang Puck.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group standards
• Execute daily prep lists and production schedules with accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, portioning, and presentation
• Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, fruits, sauces, and other ingredients using a variety of classical and modern techniques
• Utilize a wide range of cooking methods including sautéing, grilling, roasting, braising, frying, baking, steaming, broiling, and poaching
• Monitor cooking temperatures, food safety, and proper cooling procedures
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations throughout each shift
• Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation procedures
• Assist with stocking and maintaining mise en place for service
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Adhere to all company standards and local, state, and federal food safety regulations

• Minimum 2 years of professional line cook experience
• Previous fine dining experience strongly preferred
• Strong knife skills and understanding of classical cooking techniques
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining exceptional quality
• Passion for hospitality, teamwork, and continuous learning
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands

Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment such as:

• Pasta machines
• Convection and rotary ovens
• Salamanders and griddles
• Deep fryers
• Steam kettles and braising pans
• Pressureless steamers
• Buffalo choppers
• Commercial mixers and slicers
• Digital scales and woks

At Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, you'll have the opportunity to build your culinary career alongside some of the industry's most talented professionals. We are committed to developing our people, fostering a culture of excellence, and creating memorable dining experiences for every guest.

If you're passionate about fine dining and ready to grow your career with an iconic culinary brand, we'd love to hear from you. 

Disclaimer: Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

This job description is intended to outline the primary duties and responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.