What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook-Wave Hill Cafe position at Great Performances?
About us:
From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades Great Performances’ has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.
We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply.
Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World
Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality
Our Core Values:
Craftsmanship: developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests.
People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset.
Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet.
Collaboration: aligning with our clients’, colleagues’, and community’s visions to execute a successful experience.
Doing Good through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced line cook to join our culinary team. This role is ideal for a motivated culinary professional who values quality, consistency, and teamwork, and who is committed to delivering exceptional food while upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and Department of Health (DOH) regulations.
- Assist with prep work, including chopping, slicing, portioning, and stocking stations.
- Execute service efficiently during peak meal periods while maintaining quality and accuracy.
- Properly store food items & label products.
- Communicate effectively with chefs and kitchen team members to ensure smooth service.
- Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned.
- Report equipment issues, food quality concerns, or safety hazards to kitchen leadership.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of prior experience in a professional restaurant or comparable high-volume kitchen environment, or an equivalent combination of culinary school training and hands-on experience.
- Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations using reliable transportation is required.
- Must have and maintain own knives appropriate for professional kitchen use.
- Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment, cooking techniques, and food preparation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and consistency.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
- Team-oriented, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Food Handler’s Certificate preferred.
Base salary: $22.00/hour
Location: Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center, 4900 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
Benefits: PTO, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, and FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.
Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
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