Bernardsville
Job Description Osteria Morini brings the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy to local vibrant neighborhoods. The menus at Osteria Morini center around the Northern Italian ingredients that have become hallmarks of Italian cuisine - balsamic, Parmigiano Reggiano, mortadella, and prosciutto, to name a few. Signature fresh pastas are made in house daily and featured alongside simply prepared grilled meats, seafood, and salads. Desserts are simple and classic, like tiramisu or chocolate budino. Beverage is made up of a robust Italian wine and cocktail list. Osteria Morini operates as part of Altamarea Group, an award-winning, multiple Michelin Star, global hospitality firm with 12 restaurants worldwide. Altamarea Group, through its talented team of employees, creates special memories through exceptional hospitality, delivering the highest level of food and service across distinct brands and concepts. We are seeking Line Cooks with prior relevant experience and a genuine desire to be part of a talented team and a highly acclaimed restaurant. Candidates should be passionate about food and culinary excellence, highly motivated, and hospitable in a fast-paced team environment. Responsibilities include: • Work and serve as a key member of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at the direction of Chefs with utmost quality, precision, and consistency, • Learn and develop maximum proficiency with the various stations (Garde Manger, pasta, grill, sauté, pizza) as assigned by Chefs, which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate smooth and efficient kitchen, • Work in a high-intensity kitchen and work environment and be able to handle the rigors of busy services while not sacrificing the quality and consistency of dishes, • Support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed, including handling duties of other stations (i.e., pastry, pasta, etc.) or supporting prep cooks Requirements include: • At least 1 year of relevant restaurant experience preferred, • Culinary and/or college degree recommended with a considerable working knowledge of relevant food preparation, • A genuine passion for cooking, restaurant hospitality, and learning new skills, • Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen/work environment, • Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role, • Willingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps, and health and cleaning procedures, • Broad and flexible availability to work – AM/PM service and prep/production, • Physical requirements include: the ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and downstairs, and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period of time We offer medical, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days of employment for full-time employees. If you are interested in joining the Osteria Morini team, please submit your resume. Attachments that cannot be opened will not be considered. Altamarea Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
