What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at Cotto?
Cotto is a modern Italian BYO restaurant that combines traditional Italian roots with contemporary creativity. Known for its chef-driven menu, Cotto emphasizes high-quality ingredients, regional influences, and inventive flavor combinations that offer a fresh take on classic Italian cuisine. Located in Morristown, NJ, our restaurant strives to provide a dining experience that feels timeless and innovative, blending tradition with forward-thinking culinary artistry.
This is an on-site, full-time position for a Line Cook at our Morristown, NJ location. The Line Cook will be responsible for food preparation and cooking, ensuring accuracy and consistency of dishes. Daily tasks include maintaining a clean and organized workstation, handling food items safely, adhering to recipes and portion standards, managing inventory, and working closely with the kitchen team to meet service goals. The role requires maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Proficiency in food preparation and cooking techniques, with a strong understanding of Italian cuisine.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and plate presentations consistently and accurately.
- Experience in maintaining a clean and organized cooking area, including food safety and sanitation protocols.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with fellow kitchen staff in a high-paced environment.
- Good organization and time management skills to handle multiple tasks during busy service periods.
- Previous experience working in a professional kitchen required; culinary training or certification is a plus.
- Commitment to upholding high-quality food standards and maintaining a positive attitude under pressure.