Line Cook-Upscale French Restaurant

Job Overview

Le Prix, an upscale French restauant in Westfield, is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our culinary team. We are a scratch kitchen focused on thoughtfully prepared French cuisine, quality ingredients, precise execution, and beautiful presentations.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has strong kitchen fundamentals, and enjoys working as part of a professional, collaborative team. Fine-dining experience is preferred, but we are also open to cooks with strong culinary skills who are eager to grow in an upscale kitchen.

Duties

• Prepare and cook a variety of fine dining menu items with precision, consistency, and flair, adhering strictly to recipes and presentation standards
• Execute food preparation techniques such as poaching, braising, grilling, and food handling to produce high-volume, high-quality dishes efficiently
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including knives, stoves, ovens, and food production machinery
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitizing procedures to ensure a clean and safe working environment in compliance with health regulations
• Assist in menu planning by providing input on ingredient selection and preparation methods to enhance dish quality
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure timely meal preparation during peak service hours while maintaining attention to detail
• Support dietary department needs by understanding dietary restrictions and ensuring appropriate food handling and meal preparation for special diets or catering events

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items consistently according to recipes and chef standards
• Work an assigned station efficiently during service
• Perform daily prep, station setup, and breakdown
• Demonstrate strong knife skills and proper cooking techniques
• Maintain high standards for taste, presentation, portioning, and consistency
• Communicate and work effectively with chefs and other members of the kitchen team
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked station
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures
• Assist with receiving, storage, rotation, and proper labeling of ingredients
• Be willing to learn new techniques, dishes, and stations as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Previous professional kitchen experience required
• Fine-dining, upscale, or scratch-kitchen experience preferred
• Strong basic culinary and knife skills
• Ability to follow recipes and execute dishes consistently
• Ability to remain organized and composed during busy service
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Willingness to learn and accept direction and feedback
• Availability for evenings and weekends

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid training

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25