Line Cook

JOB TITLE: Line Cook

The primary responsibility of this position is the consistent production of quality food and the required supporting tasks to achieve that goal including:

-Preparing and executing dishes

-Collaborating with Sous Chef to execute dishes

-Adhere to kitchen processes

-Other tasks as assigned

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a successful and growing team

Work Location: Multiple Locations

Full-time hourly position reporting to the Chef

COMPENSATION: $15 / hr. ($14 - $16 / hr. base pay + TIPS avg. $4 - $9 / hr.)

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free Family Meals
• Profit Sharing

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the chefs in all kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Ensure that all food is prepared according to recipes and standards.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Manage food inventory and ordering.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Develop new recipes and menus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Positive, thoughtful and approachable
• Solid organization, planning, and time management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Drop Box, and the Google Drive Suite
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities
• A history in casual dining management of at least five years working as a Café or Restaurant Manager.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Passion for Food and Commitment to Excellence
• Experience and Skill in the Field Applied For
• Positive Attitude and Professional Conduct
• Commitment to Quality
• Physical Ability to Perform Tasks
• Engaging Personality and Desire to Provide Excellent Customer Service
• Flexibility to Work the Required Hours
• Ability to work both independently and perform as a member of a High- Performing Team
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Self-Motivated / Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment
• Reliable, Consistent, and Dedicated
• Ability to work both independently and as a cooperative member of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize and compete assigned tasks.
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to reach overhead and at or above shoulder height.
• Possess Fine motor dexterity.

About us

WHO ARE WE?

Good Company Doughnuts and Café operates four Cafe's in Arlington and DC... we're in Southwest DC, Ballston on N. Glebe Road and at Pentagon City and National Landing at Amazon HQ2 and on Pennsylvania Avenue in DC. We are a gourmet doughnut shop and casual neighborhood restaurant obsessed with artisan, hand-cut doughnuts; great food; kraft cocktails; fine teas and specialty coffee

We're known for amazing food, beverages and excellent customer service; our customers line up on weekends for our extraordinary experience and high-quality offerings, and we are opening a new location at the Waterfront in DC next year We've got a great team founded on hard work, love for what we do and who we do it with. The Company culture is professional and each member of the team is treated like family.

We are a high-volume, all-day cafe with a fast-paced kitchen. Apply your cooking skills in a professional kitchen, cooking an expansive menu where the quality of the food matters Cook some food you will be proud of with a great team.

Most importantly, what makes us a Good Company is our dedication to one another and that includes our customers. It's easy these days to get lost, with all the distractions and everyday craziness. Our job at the café is to provide a place where people can get the food and drink they love and have some friendly personal interactions. Whether customers are looking for a little friendly banter, a friendly face, or an environment to escape the routine for a minute, we provide the opportunity. To make this happen for our customers, our great team must be a happy one, so we've fostered an inclusive environment where we support one another to achieve consistent excellence and have some fun along the way.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Café - Fast, Friendly, Fun & Professional.

We are looking forward to receiving your application and resume. Thank you

Job Type: Part-time/ full-time

Salary: $15 / hr. ($14 - $16 / hr. base pay + TIPS avg. $4 - $9 / hr.)

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Pay rate:

• Hourly pay

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Setting:

• Café
• Casual dining restaurant

Ability to commute/relocate:

• DC

Experience:

• Line Cook: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person