Cook

Elk Grove, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $27.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

training and career growth opportunities

Paid Sick Time Off

401(k)

Dining Discounts

flexible schedule

employee discount

Job Description

Interlude Kitchen and Bar is a distinguished new restaurant located in Elk Grove, born from the passionate team behind the renowned Prelude Kitchen & Bar and Zinfandel Grille. This establishment proudly offers a modern American menu enriched with French and Italian culinary influences, embodying a true farm-to-table philosophy. Interlude Kitchen and Bar emphasizes sustainability and freshness by sourcing ingredients locally to craft signature wood-fired dishes that highlight the natural flavors of the produce. The restaurant is celebrated not only for its exquisite cuisine but also for a curated wine program and handcrafted cocktails, all served in a refined but welcoming atmosphere. The ambiance is designed to make guests feel comfortable and valued, creating memorable dining experiences that encourage repeat visits and foster customer loyalty.

At Interlude Kitchen and Bar, the role of a Line Cook transcends mere food preparation. This position is vital as the backbone of the kitchen operations, involving the creation and assembly of well-crafted meals for a discerning clientele. Candidates will be expected to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering strictly to health and safety regulations. The kitchen environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring team members with a calm demeanor and excellent communication skills to ensure seamless coordination with waitstaff, dishwashers, and management. Precision and consistency in following recipes, ensuring ingredient freshness, and accommodating customer dietary requests are imperative to maintain the high standards of the restaurant.

This role offers employees a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive base hourly wage between $19 and $20, plus participation in an advantageous back-of-house (BOH) tip share. Employees currently earn an additional $5 to $7 per hour in tips, resulting in a total compensation ranging from $24 to $27 per hour. Besides financial rewards, Interlude Kitchen and Bar offers a variety of benefits designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its staff. These include health insurance to care for employees' health, training and career advancement opportunities to help staff evolve professionally, paid sick time off for rest and recuperation, a 401(k) plan to secure the future, and dining discounts to enjoy the culinary delights.

Interlude Kitchen and Bar is more than just a workplace; it is a community united by a commitment to outstanding hospitality. The team views themselves as a family, fostering a nurturing environment that permeates through to their customers’ experience. By joining this team, employees become part of an inclusive environment where their skills are valued, their knowledge expanded daily, and their ability to deliver exceptional hospitality continually enriched. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to grow their culinary careers in a supportive and rewarding atmosphere. The opportunity to thrive in such an environment is a distinctive feature of employment at Interlude Kitchen and Bar, where opportunities are not simply offered but cultivated for long-term success and fulfillment.

Job Requirements

prior restaurant experience as a cook
knowledge of safety procedures, including safe temperatures at which ingredients must be kept and to which food must be prepared to avoid foodborne illness
ability to work as part of a team
interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of other people, such as waitstaff, dishwashers, management
calm demeanor to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
accountability for the dishes they prepare measuring up to the expectations of management and customers alike
comprehension and organization to follow direct orders and recipes and to correctly prepare dishes to the standards of the restaurant
manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to handle tools, such as knife techniques for chopping, slicing, cutting and dicing
ability to stand in one place for hours at a time, handle extreme heat and work shifts

Job Qualifications

prior restaurant experience as a cook
knowledge of safety procedures, including safe temperatures at which ingredients must be kept and to which food must be prepared to avoid foodborne illness
ability to work as part of a team
interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of other people, such as waitstaff, dishwashers, management
calm demeanor to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
accountability for the dishes they prepare measuring up to the expectations of management and customers alike
comprehension and organization to follow direct orders and recipes and to correctly prepare dishes to the standards of the restaurant
manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to handle tools, such as knife techniques for chopping, slicing, cutting and dicing

Job Duties

ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
follow recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients
cook food to order
present, garnish and arrange final dishes
maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment and dishes
handle and store ingredients and food
maintain food safety and sanitation standards
clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils
execute opening and closing procedures
set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment
check the quality and freshness of ingredients
monitor station inventory levels
accommodate guests’ special requests
operate kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills and fryers
follow chef’s instructions