Nice Winery

Title: Line Cook

We are looking for a Line Cook to join our kitchen staff to assist with our wine dinners and wine

experiences at Nice Winery. The Line Cook’s primary objective is to prepare, cook, and plate all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner. Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain all equipment in the kitchen. Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of kitchen, walk-in cooler, and all storage areas. Perform additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef or Managers at any time. If you are interested in the food and beverage industry and want to be part of the behind-the-scenes operations, we’d like to meet you. Note that this role requires working during evenings and weekends. Ultimately, you will help provide an unforgettable experience for our guests.

Responsibilities:

Primary Objective is to prepare, cook and plate all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely matter:

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food

appropriately

• Properly and safely operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and all kitchen equipment.

• Assist in the planning and development of recipes and ensure the correct preparation and

presentation of a consistent level for all food items prepared through production and

demonstration.

• Assist in control operating expenses through effective scheduling and inventory control.

• Ensure that sanitation standards are adhered to and always uphold the cleanliness and

organization of the kitchen.

• Follow control systems which will assure quality and portion consistency as well as foster an

awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.

• Communicate with co-workers and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as

attend scheduled kitchen meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.

• Understand and follow kitchen etiquette in order to keep the environment safe.

• Assist with opening and closing duties as instructed.

Compensation and Benefits:

This position is part-time and can be scheduled up to 29 hrs per week. This position

commences with a 6-week trial period in which you will be compensated at $14/hr. After that

trial period, you are eligible for:

• A 30% Employee discount (off retail price) on wine for personal use.

• Free attendance to any Nice Wines educational classes.

• Learning additional job duties and positions

Holiday/Hours:

As of today, Nice Winery regular business hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to

6PM to our customers. We have evening dinners for our customers from 6:00 PM until about

9:00 PM.

Wednesday-Saturday are our busiest times in the kitchen. You are expected to have open availability for those days, primarily Friday evenings until 9:30pm. This availability is critical to advancement & ongoing employment.

Although subject to change, initially, you will be scheduled for:

• A 6 to 9 hour shift every Friday & Saturday.

• The remaining hours will be scheduled as needed Tuesday-Thursday.

• If you need time off, it is your responsibility to request it 2 weeks in advance and obtain

your supervisor’s approval.

• If you cannot work a scheduled shift, it is your responsibility to have your shift covered

and then discuss the time and coverage with your supervisor at least 2 hours prior to your

scheduled shift.