Line Cook/Porter

Brooklyn

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Line Cook Duties: Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards. Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift. Assist with food prep tasks as needed to ensure kitchen efficiency. Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to meet service demands. Adapt to kitchen needs by taking on additional tasks during slower periods (e.g., restocking, cleaning, or prepping). Utilizes whole food products, eliminating any waste. Alerts chef or supervisor of any equipment breakdowns, food overages, or shortages in a timely manner. Follows checklists and daily logs. Requisitions inventory and receive supplies as necessary for daily production. Ensures proper storage of food items, wraps, dates, and rotates food items. Incorporates safe work practices in job performance. Regular and reliable attendance. Must possess high standards of personal hygiene. Performs other duties as required by the Kitchen Manager. Porter Duties: Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, and tools. Wash dishes, cookware, and utensils, ensuring they are ready for use. Remove trash and recycling from the kitchen, Bar, Dining Room, and dispose of it properly. Sweep and mop kitchen floors, dining area, and maintain general cleanliness. Thorough cleaning of restrooms. Assist with organizing and restocking supplies. Always follow proper food safety and sanitation guidelines. Expectations: Stay busy: There is always something to do in the kitchen. Whether it's cleaning, organizing, or prepping for the next rush, being proactive is essential. No cell phone use during work periods: Focus and professionalism are key to maintaining a productive and efficient kitchen. Phones may only be used during breaks or emergencies. Be punctual and ready to work in a high-energy, team-oriented environment. Education/ Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands: Frequently stands, uses hands, talks, listens, tastes, and smells. Regularly walks and reaches with hands and arms. Occasionally sits, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls. Can lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds (team lift). Time spent in cold conditions such as a walk-in freezer in subzero temperatures. Environment/ Noise: Regularly works in moderate heat (non-weather) and near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderate. Certificates/ Licenses: NYC Food Handlers Certification Serv. Safe Food Manager a huge plus Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preference: Basic ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English). Basic math ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required, as associates are required to weigh/measure ingredients. Benefits for Qualified Associates: Medical Dental Vision 401(k) PTO Employee Assistance Program (EAP) This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time by the General Manager. If you're passionate about food and eager to grow in a supportive kitchen environment, we'd love to hear from you!

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