Line Cook

About Us:
Highly-acclaimed Marea, from famed hospitality firm Altamarea Group and located in Central Park South, is looking for energetic & passionate line cooks to join the team. Meaning “tide” in Italian, Marea redefines the seascape of high-end Italian cuisine offers employees the opportunity to work with quality Italian cuisine & wine/spirits, a respectful, safe, professional work environment, and a culinary team uniquely invested in the growth and success of all team members.

Line Cook Responsibilities include:

• Work and serve as key member of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at direction of Chefs with utmost quality, precision and consistency
• Learn and develop maximum proficiency with the various stations as assigned by Chefs, which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, preparing station for following shift, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate smooth and efficient kitchen
• Work in a high-intensity kitchen and work environment and be able to handle rigors of busy services while not sacrificing quality and consistency of dishes
• Support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed, including but not limited to washing dishes, cooling down plates for garde manger, drying and polishing dishware, handling duties of other stations (i.e., pastry, pasta, etc.) or prep cooks; we rise or sink together
• Be proactive and accommodate guest requests, in the spirit of providing excellent, tailored service, cuisine and hospitality to our clients
• Maintain clean, sanitized and organized workstation during each shift, while observing DOH guidelines at all times
• Report to work punctually as indicated on the schedule and in the correct, clean uniform with black non-slip shoes, while at all times adhering to personal hygiene standards

Line Cook Qualifications and Necessary Skills:

• At least 1 year of relevant restaurant experience required
• Culinary and/or college degree with considerable working knowledge of relevant food preparation a plus
• Genuine passion for cooking and restaurant hospitality
• Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen / work environment
• Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role
• Willingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps and health and cleaning procedures
• Broad and flexible availability to work – AM/PM service and/or prep/production
• Physical requirements include: ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of time

What We Offer

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
• Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
• 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.