Line Cook (Full-Time)

Willamette Valley Vineyards, one of the leading producers of award-winning Oregon Pinot, is looking for a Line Cook in our kitchen operation at our Estate in the Salem Hills. This position is a great way to continue a career in a high-end kitchen, preparing Pacific Northwest-inspired dishes for our valued guests to pair with world-class wines.

Apply Now to be a part of our team that sets the standard for Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, and learn about our place in the Oregon Wine Story!

What We Ask of our Line Cooks:

Come to work each shift with a great attitude and be ready to serve Willamette Valley Vineyards’ guests Oregon’s best food and wine tasting experience.

What we Offer:

• Competitive pay with a tip pool
• Generous team member discounts on dining, wine and merchandise.
• Continuous growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company.

Responsibilities of the Line Cook:

• Order, stock, process, and prepare ingredients as necessary to prepare menu items.
• Prepare food items prior to and during mealtime periods.
• Prepare/butcher a wide variety of meats, cheese, produce, and other food products on a daily basis.
• Maintain service areas such as kitchen, dining room, and service stations during the entire shift.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products to ensure smooth service.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Ensure that all plates presented are consistently prepared through recipes, checklists, and pictures.
• Apply knowledge of safe kitchen operations.
• Operate all kitchen utensils to include, but not limited to, fryer, pots, pans, stove, oven, grill, dishwasher, broiler, griddle, slicer, mixers, blenders, graters, can openers, and knives.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental, and safety regulatory considerations.
• Assist with month end inventories, and attend meetings as required by Management.
• Supports Company’s effort to create a more sustainable, cross-cultural and “green” environment.

Line Cooks Must Have the Ability to:

• Lift 40lbs.
• Stand for the majority of the workday
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Willamette Valley Vineyards is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties at the discretion and as assigned by their supervisor and/or company leadership.

Our Line Cooks must have:

• A valid/current Food Handler’s Card, or be willing to get one prior to opening.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Highly developed organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.