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Maggiano's Little Italy

Line Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $24.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Great pay
overtime eligibility
Paid sick leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
FREE Education assistance

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a distinguished chain of Italian-American restaurants known for delivering an authentic dining experience reminiscent of the historic Little Italy neighborhoods across the United States. While being part of a larger chain, each restaurant location is uniquely designed to reflect the local history and culture of its host city. The atmosphere inside each establishment is lively and inviting, featuring high-energy, full-service dining rooms that capture the charm of pre-war Italian-American communities. Additionally, the restaurants offer elegant banquet facilities suitable for special occasions and provide customer-friendly carryout options, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite dishes at home. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • Provide a clean, well manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • Safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
  • Stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Safely transport items to and from the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface and stairs where applicable
  • Retrieve and stock shelves and coolers
  • Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant
  • Accept constructive criticism
  • Work a variable and flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays
  • Perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures

Job Qualifications

  • Prefer a minimum of 2 years restaurant experience or the equivalent
  • Must have knowledge and experience in the preparation of food items
  • Ability to follow prescribed recipes and food safety standards
  • Effective communication skills with team members
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Willingness to project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • Capability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • Adaptability to flexible and variable work schedules including nights, weekends and holidays

Job Duties

  • Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
  • Prepare ingredients needed for recipes of menu items
  • Master functions specific to menu item preparation requirements
  • Safely use equipment as necessary in preparation of menu items
  • Read a thermometer correctly and accurately
  • Safely and efficiently use knives and other utensils necessary to complete preparation of menu items
  • Set up correct serving ware for specific position
  • Operate all functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary
  • Maintain menu item counts and communicate to coordinator when getting low
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety
  • Maintain food quality standards
  • Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers
  • Perform calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Perform more than one task at a time
  • Perform varied duties to ensure proper heart of house operation according to standing operating procedure

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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