Line Cook (Pizza & Pasta/Fry)

Hey Luigi is a standout dining establishment located in the vibrant Slabtown neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Renowned as Portland's premier Aperitivo Destination, Hey Luigi offers a unique blend of Italian culinary traditions infused with the fresh, innovative spirit that defines the Pacific Northwest. This restaurant embraces the rich heritage of Italy through a menu filled with time-honored Italian classics, including small plates, imported pastas, and wood-fired pizzas that are perfect for sharing. The key feature of Hey Luigi is its lively atmosphere that encourages patrons to savor dishes over a second round of expertly crafted cocktails, making it an ideal spot for social dining and casual gatherings.

Hey Luigi operates as a dynamic and collaborative restaurant where the kitchen and front-of-house teams work seamlessly to deliver an exceptional dining experience. The kitchen is designed for efficiency and quality, with a focus on flow and communication among staff. The establishment prides itself on maintaining high standards for flavor, presentation, and portion sizes while ensuring a clean and sanitary environment that complies with all health regulations. Hey Luigi is committed to fostering a respectful and highly collaborative team environment where every member contributes to the restaurant's success.

The role offered is for a versatile Line Cook to join this tight-knit back-of-house team. At Hey Luigi, the kitchen team is small but highly efficient, with only two line cooks managing two main stations: Pizza, and Pasta/Fry. This setup demands adaptability and excellent teamwork as cooks are expected to fluidly move between stations, assisting each other during busy service periods. The work environment is fast-paced and requires a proactive approach to multitasking, clear communication, and a dedication to delivering consistently high-quality dishes.

As a Line Cook at Hey Luigi, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the rhythm and flow of the kitchen, ensuring that every dish is prepared with precision and care. Your duties will include managing daily prep work, keeping the line fully stocked, and upholding the restaurant’s strict standards for plating and flavor. Because the kitchen operates with only two main cooks, this role necessitates flexibility, the ability to anticipate your partner's needs, and readiness to transition smoothly between dough stretching, oven management, pasta preparation, and fry station responsibilities. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a team setting, values communication, and is passionate about Italian cuisine and the art of cooking.

Hey Luigi also places strong emphasis on work-life balance within the restaurant's operating hours, which are Tuesday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and Friday through Saturday from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The restaurant recognizes the importance of employee well-being and offers competitive compensation that includes an hourly wage plus a full house tip pool shared between front-of-house and back-of-house team members. Additional employee benefits like discounts and cross-neighborhood perks further underscore the company’s commitment to its staff.

If you are a motivated culinary professional with previous experience as a line cook, especially with familiarity in pizza, pasta, or sauté cooking, and you enjoy working in a small, well-oiled kitchen environment where each team member is integral to success, Hey Luigi invites you to apply. Bring your passion for food, your teamwork mindset, and your dedication to quality to one of Portland’s most beloved Italian-inspired restaurants.