Line Cook

Description

Alba Los Angeles is seeking experienced Line Cooks to join our team! Located in West Hollywood, Alba LA aspires to be one of the city’s best Italian restaurants. Hourly is based on prior experience, aspirations and work-load. If you are passionate about working with exceptional ingredients, love Italian cuisine and are a team player who enjoys performing at a high-level, we want to meet you!

Reach out directly to [email protected] for more details and to set up an interview.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Excellence

• Culinary Standard: Ensure every dish reflects the highest levels of quality and consistency.
• Kitchen Systems: Ensure kitchen operations are focused and well executed. 
• Recipe and Menu Execution: Execute established recipes, portion control, and presentation standards. Ensure the consistent delivery of our menu across all spaces.

Teamwork

• Feedback and Expectations: Must understand the importance of receiving constructive criticism. 
• Accountability and Integrity: Mandatory participation in all line-checks and check-ins. Must strive to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. 
• Fostering Positive Culture: Help create a high-energy, collaborative environment where team members feel inspired and empowered.

Operational Excellence

• Station Managements: Work closely with the Chefs to manage the station and all mise en place. Communicate all needs and concerns in a timely manner.
• Inventory and Production: Must be diligent and possess understanding of production, portion control and counts.
• Scheduling: Must be flexible and willing to work in high pressure situations and open to working nights and some holidays.

Health, Safety, and Cleanliness

• Compliance with Regulations: Ensure strict adherence to all health and safety guidelines, including maintaining an “A” rating from the Health Department. Must be ServSafe certified. 
• Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain an organized and spotless kitchen, ensure all equipment is in good working order, and follow proper maintenance procedures for a safe work environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.