Sauté Line Cook

Perle Mesta is the signature restaurant located inside the historic Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. Known for its connection to James Beard Award-winning Chef Andrew Black, Perle Mesta offers an elevated dining experience that attracts food enthusiasts seeking fine dining in a sophisticated and iconic setting. The restaurant prides itself on crafting exceptional culinary creations with a focus on precision, creativity, and a deep respect for high culinary standards. As part of the Skirvin Hotel, one of Oklahoma City's most storied landmarks, Perle Mesta combines tradition with modern culinary innovation, establishing itself as a must-visit destination for discerning guests and culinary professionals alike.

The role of the Sauté Station Line Cook at Perle Mesta is a unique opportunity for culinary professionals aiming to grow their skills and craft in a fast-paced, high-standard fine dining environment. This position requires a passionate and skilled individual ready to execute exceptional dishes with consistency and precision while working alongside some of the most talented chefs in the industry. The Sauté Station Line Cook will take responsibility for preparing dishes according to established recipes, using a variety of cooking techniques including sauté, grill, and oven stations. This role is especially suited to cooks who have experience or interest in handling exotic proteins such as venison, bison, and duck, as well as those keen to develop their expertise in classical sauce production from scratch, including stocks, reductions, and emulsifications.

Working at Perle Mesta means becoming part of a collaborative kitchen team that values creativity, efficiency, and professionalism. The ideal candidate will contribute ideas for menu development and assist with the execution of private dining events and banquet-style service, ensuring that every dish meets the restaurant's exacting standards. This position demands a high level of food safety awareness, sanitation practices, and kitchen organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workflow. In addition to the culinary skills required, the Sauté Station Line Cook must demonstrate the ability to maintain composure under pressure and deliver excellence in a volume-driven, high-expectation kitchen.

This role is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with shifts including evening and night hours. The hourly pay starts at $16.00, and the position includes benefits such as employee discounts, flexible scheduling, paid training, and the invaluable experience of working in a first-class culinary environment. This is a rare chance to join a renowned restaurant that offers both a supportive atmosphere for professional growth and the opportunity to make a defining impact in your culinary career. Candidates must be able to commute or relocate to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with in-person work at the restaurant required.