Grill Cook / Line Cook

Our establishment is a vibrant vegan kitchen located in Rochester, NY, known for its high-volume and fast-paced culinary environment. We specialize in plant-based cuisine that caters to vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly diets. As a respected part of the local food scene, we emphasize quality, speed, and teamwork to deliver exceptional meals to our diverse clientele. Our restaurant operates with a dedicated team passionate about healthy, sustainable food preparation and exceptional customer service.

We are currently seeking a part-time Line Cook to join our grill station team. This role involves working 2-3 shifts per week, totaling 12-18 hours. The shifts are scheduled on Thursdays from 10:30 am to 5 pm, and either Tuesday or Friday during the same hours. Applicants should be prepared to work in a high-energy, collaborative kitchen environment alongside 1-2 other line cooks, focusing on preparing over 25 menu items efficiently and accurately. Compensation starts at $19 per hour with opportunities for pay increases based on performance. In addition to competitive hourly wages, employees enjoy a shift meal, beverage, or dessert valued between $20 to $25 during every shift worked, paid sick leave, employee discounts, a retirement plan, two weeks of paid vacation, and occasional tips plus other staff perks. Benefits are effective starting Day One.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of one year of experience in a restaurant or catering environment, preferably with familiarity in vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-friendly cooking. Precision in reading and preparing orders with many modifiers is essential. This person should be fast, accurate, and possess a positive attitude with the ability to self-manage while cooperating effectively with a team. Duties include opening, closing, restocking your workstation, prepping meal orders, and occasionally preparing catering shipments. We welcome individuals who thrive in a dynamic kitchen that prizes speed and quality, and who are eager to contribute to a fun, supportive work atmosphere. Our company culture embraces inclusivity and encourages people with a criminal record to apply, emphasizing equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates.