Restaurant Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Line Cook – The Wedge (by The Curd Nerd)
Location: Eastwood, Syracuse, NY
Job Type: Part-Time/Full-Time Available

About The Wedge:
The Wedge is a cheese-forward bar and eatery in Eastwood brought to you by the team behind The Curd Nerd. We're all about artisan cheese, creative small plates, great drinks, and building a warm, welcoming community space. We believe in hospitality without pretense, quality without compromise, and supporting local producers whenever we can.

Position Overview:
We’re looking for a passionate, reliable, and efficient Line Cook to join our small but mighty kitchen team. You’ll be working in a creative, fast-paced environment where cheese is the star of the show, and precision, cleanliness, and collaboration matter just as much as creativity.

Responsibilities:

• Handle prep work and daily mise en place 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your station and shared kitchen areas

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with team members and front of house

• Be flexible, take feedback, and pitch in wherever needed — we’re a team

Qualifications:

• Prior kitchen experience strongly preferred

• Ability to work efficiently in a small, open-kitchen environment

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and be on your feet for extended periods

• Interest in cheese, seasonal cooking, and artisan food a big plus

The Curd Nerd and The Wedge are sister businesses built around a love of cheese, community, and genuine hospitality. The Curd Nerd is a specialty cheese shop in Eastwood offering cut-to-order artisan cheeses, curated provisions, and expert guidance in a welcoming, down-to-earth setting. Just next door, The Wedge is our neighborhood cheese bar—an inviting space to gather over thoughtful plates, great drinks, and of course, incredible cheese. Together, we’re creating spaces that celebrate craftsmanship, support local makers, and make good food more accessible, more fun, and more connected to the people around it.

Company Description

The Curd Nerd and The Wedge are sister businesses built around a love of cheese, community, and genuine hospitality. The Curd Nerd is a specialty cheese shop in Eastwood offering cut-to-order artisan cheeses, curated provisions, and expert guidance in a welcoming, down-to-earth setting. Just next door, The Wedge is our neighborhood cheese bar—an inviting space to gather over thoughtful plates, great drinks, and of course, incredible cheese. Together, we’re creating spaces that celebrate craftsmanship, support local makers, and make good food more accessible, more fun, and more connected to the people around it.