Line Cook
emish marketFederal Way (WA)
About the role
Job Description:
Emish Restaurant is a Ukrainian and European restaurant located in Federal Way, WA. We are looking for an experienced and reliable Line Cook to join our kitchen team and help us prepare high-quality Ukrainian and European dishes. The ideal candidate is a hardworking culinary professional who takes pride in their work, can follow recipes and kitchen procedures, works efficiently during busy service, and maintains high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare and cook Ukrainian and European dishes according to recipes and restaurant standards
- Complete food preparation and mise en place for daily serviceWork efficiently at an assigned kitchen station
- Follow recipes, portion sizes, preparation methods, and presentation standards
- Prepare ingredients including vegetables, meats, sauces, soups, and other food items
- Cook food to the required quality, temperature, and presentation standards
- Maintain consistent food quality and portion control
- Communicate effectively with the kitchen team during serviceWork closely with the Sous Chef and Head ChefKeep your station clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout the shift
- Monitor food levels at your station and communicate when additional preparation is needed
- Properly store, label, and rotate food products
- Minimize food waste and use ingredients efficiently
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety procedures
- Clean and sanitize work surfaces, equipment, and kitchen areas
- Assist other kitchen team members when needed
- Complete opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and team-oriented attitude
Work Schedule:
Full-time or part-time; schedule will be discussed during the interview. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Pay & Compensation: $22+/h + tips (Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications).
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for competitive employee benefits including paid sick leave (1 hour per 40 hours worked), 5 paid holidays.
Required Qualifications:
- Previous professional kitchen or line cook experience
- Ability to prepare food efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Ability to follow recipes and detailed preparation instructions
- Basic knowledge of professional cooking techniques
- Ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen team
- Strong attention to food quality, portion sizes, and presentation
- Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to maintain a clean and organized workstation
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service
- Reliable and punctual
- Professional and respectful attitude
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience preparing Ukrainian cuisineExperience preparing European or Eastern European cuisineExperience working in a high-volume restaurant
- Experience working multiple kitchen stations
- Washington State Food Worker Card or ability to obtain one
- Culinary education or professional culinary training
If you do not have professional kitchen experience or are unable to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment, please do not apply.
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