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Line Cooks

Job brief

St. James Live and SJ Cafe & Cocktails are seeking experienced Line Cooks to prepare high-quality menu items efficiently and consistently during restaurant and live-event service.

The ideal candidate understands professional kitchen operations, works cleanly and efficiently and can maintain quality standards during high-volume periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established recipes and specifications
• Set up and maintain assigned cooking stations
• Ensure proper cooking temperatures, portions and presentation
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout service
• Coordinate timing with other kitchen stations
• Follow proper food-handling and sanitation procedures
• Maintain clean and organized workstations
• Monitor ingredient levels and communicate restocking needs
• Properly label, date and store ingredients
• Assist with prep work before service
• Follow kitchen safety procedures
• Participate in opening and closing responsibilities
• Support other kitchen staff during high-volume service

Requirements

• Previous professional line-cook or restaurant-kitchen experience
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and professional kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow recipes and plating standards
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Understanding of food-safety and sanitation practices
• Strong attention to quality and consistency
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen teammates
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies as needed
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays