Drift In is seeking a Line Cook to join our crew, led by nationally-acclaimed culinary director, Kerry Heffernan. Line Cooks are an integral part of our award-winning back-of-house team.

VENUE

Drift In

Drift In is a vibrant outdoor restaurant in the West Village overlooking the Hudson River. With two distinct waterfront seating areas, Drift In features easy-going beach fare, craft cocktails, summery wines, crisp beers, and epic sunsets.

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Job Overview

Position Summary

Line Cooks play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for our guests. They must exhibit a hawk-eyed attention to detail, be hardworking and have a willingness to learn and grow on the job. Cooks are a part of a team, and therefore should act as a team player and work well with others.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Accurately execute the preparation of menu items according to Crew recipes and standards
Comply with Crew and Department of Health established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards; observe proper food preparation and handling techniques and safety protocols
Comply with Crew safety plan and standards as set forth in training materials
Ensure consistency and superiority in food/drink preparation, quality, and service
Keep work area neat and clean at all times to ensure DOH standards are met
Report to work in a neat and clean uniform; maintain well-groomed hair and personal hygiene as established by company policy
Set up and breakdown station to specification; perform cleaning tasks at the conclusion of each service and prepare for the following service
Store food properly and safely according to Crew training and DOH standards; complete necessary temperature checks according to Crew training

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to perform essential job functions when working in a high business volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functions
Able to lift 30+ lbs.
Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business
Excellent verbal communication skills
Familiarity with knife handling protocols and skills
Knowledge of or willingness to learn about Oysters
Must love sunsets
Willingness to work in outdoor climate conditions
Working proficiency of written and spoken English

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the functions of this job, an employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during entire the shift. Employee must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe with the potential for slipping or tripping. Employee must frequently wash their hands and lift or move up to 35 pounds.

ENVIRONMENT

Company Culture

We were raised in the hospitality industry and have come to believe that the highest calling is treating people well, making them feel at home, and communing over good food and drinks. It brings us all together.

We believe everyone should work in an environment where they are well compensated, culturally enriched, and treated with respect. Across the spectrum of our workforce, our employees take home industry leading income.

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