Line/Grill Cook

MRG Restaurant Group

Restaurant Line/Grill Cook

The Mill Restaurant Group, LLC (MRG) consists of: The Mill on the River, Abigail's Grille & Wine Bar, Cal's Wood Fired Grill, Market Grille, and Republic of Bloomfield.

Our venues offer the best in fine and casual dining. It is all about the experience – providing a one of a kind ambiance. We believe that it is not simply about providing a meal but an overall dining experience

MRG is seeking Line/Grill Cook at Republic located at 39 Jerome Avenue Bloomfield, CT 06002.

In this position, a qualified candidate will have the ability to work on multiple stations, strong a la carte cooking skills, great attention to detail and willingness to learn, stable and progressive work history, strong work ethic, integrity, and willingness to work in a team environment. Applicants should have a commitment to the "do whatever it takes" attitude and are looking for a career, not just a job.

Qualified candidates for this position will have a strong work ethic, be punctual, professional, genuine, friendly, hospitable, & have prior wine knowledge. This position requires someone who is good at prioritizing and multi-tasking in a very busy environment, while still maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.

We expect our associates to have regular attendance defined as being on time and present for all scheduled shifts, for the entire shift. Our associates need to value the importance of timeliness, punctuality, and dependability, and how the lack of these critical elements affects others in the workplace and the overall restaurant operations. We expect all associates to be willing to lend a helping hand to co-workers, direct reports, and supervisors, whether it is one of their typical job responsibilities or not.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations

· Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients as well as mixing and preparing sauces

· Knowledge of cooking, grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods required to prepare main dishes, desserts, appetizers, and snacks

· Plating prepared foods based on senior chef's guidance

· Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time

· Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts

· Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations

· Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations

· Consistently reliable, responsible, and dependable, when fulfilling obligations

• Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations
• Demonstrated willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction as needed
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks

This position's Hourly Rate/Salary is dependent upon the Work Experience and Abilities of the Applicant. The Hourly Rate/Salary pay rate is between $ 18.00 to $ 22.00.

Qualifications:

· 1-2+ years Line/Grill Cook experience in a high end, high volume, and fast paced restaurant

· Must be available holidays, weekends, morning and evenings

· Must be ServSafe Certified

· Must have reliable transportation

· Hourly base pay based upon experience

· Must have a dynamic personality with a strong passion for the hospitality industry

· Thrive working in a team environment

· Must be Authorized to Work in the US and have a valid Social Security Card

Qualified Candidates must demonstrate a Highly Motivated Attitude, and a Genuine Passion for Culinary and Hospitality Excellence

If you can see yourself as a valuable part of our award winning fine dining team, we urge you to apply today

MRG Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Work Location: In person