Azzurri Italian Cucina

Position: Line Cook (Part/Full time) Location: 8001 North Long Beach Blvd, Harvey Cedars, New Jersey, 08008 Overview: Azzurri Italian Cucina is a soon to open modern high-end Italian restaurant situated in the heart of Harvey Cedars. We pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional dining experience through our exquisite cuisine, elegant ambiance, and outstanding customer service. Our team is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of hospitality and culinary excellence. Our menu strives to highlight seasonality and local product, in a way that brings Italian fare to elevated yet simplistic heights. Focusing on light and bright flavors, and contrasting textures that invite guests to want more. Job Details: We are looking for experienced, ambitious, hard-working and passionate Line Cooks to join the team at Azzurri Italian Cucina. Our menu strives to highlight seasonality and local product, in a way that brings Italian fare to elevated yet simplistic heights. Focusing on light and bright flavors, and contrasting textures that invite guests to want more. Responsibilities: Responsible for all aspects of kitchen operations, including preparation, cooking, and portioning of food. Maintains and properly uses all kitchen equipment including fryers, blenders, robo coupes, and additional tools. Consistently ensures that prep duties are excellently prepped, seasoned and cooked to the standards taught by management. Follows standard operating procedures of all recipes, techniques, and builds sheets of assigned dishes as taught by culinary leaders. Responsible for correct product storage of all mise en place, including labeling and dating procedures. Maintains a clean and organized service/ prep station Assists with daily and weekly deep cleaning schedule. Has intimate knowledge of Department of Health standards and uses them as a guide to keep kitchen spaces tidy, and to hold the team accountable. Qualifications: 1-2 years of experience as a prep or line cook in a high volume, detailed cooking, fast-paced kitchen. Professional work ethic. Effective communication skills and ability to take direction from supervisors. Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner. Must have intermediate knife skills, proficiency in cooking. Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and proactively solve operational issues. Knowledge of Health Department food safety and sanitation standards. Ability to lift, pull, push, carry up to 50 pounds/ stand for extended periods of time. Availability on weekends and holidays. Open to applicants with little to no experience. Benefits: Weekly compensation based on experience. Opportunities for career growth and advancement. Employee discounts on dining and retail. Health and wellness benefits for eligible employees. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Daily family meal. Azzurri Italian Cucina is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.