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The Passenger
Line Cook Training & Growth Opportunity
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,307 / year median in Colorado
-8% projected decline
Job Description
The Passenger |
We are not necessarily looking for someone with years of experience. We value reliability, coachability, communication and the desire to improve. Some professional kitchen experience is preferred, but we will provide hands-on training to the right person who already understands basic kitchen operations and can become productive quickly.
This is an excellent opportunity for a developing cook who wants to master multiple stations, strengthen their culinary skills and potentially cross-train in prep, catering and special-event production.
ResponsibilitiesSet up and maintain an organized, properly stocked stationPrepare and execute dishes according to recipes, portioning and presentation standardsMaintain consistency, quality and appropriate ticket times during serviceComplete assigned prep, labeling, dating and product rotationCommunicate clearly with the kitchen team during serviceFollow allergy, dietary and food-safety procedures carefullyMaintain a clean and sanitary workstationAssist with opening, closing and general kitchen responsibilitiesLearn additional stations and responsibilities as skills develop What We Are Looking ForSome professional kitchen experience preferred; approximately six months or more is idealBasic knife, preparation and food-safety skillsDependable, punctual and ready to workCalm, organized and responsive during busy serviceAble to follow recipes and accept coaching and feedbackInterested in learning new cuisines, techniques and responsibilitiesAble to understand and communicate essential work information in English, including tickets, recipes, allergen alerts, safety instructions and kitchen call-outsAvailability to work evenings and weekends Compensation and GrowthBase pay of $19 to $21 per hour, depending on demonstrated experience and station readinessKitchen employees currently earn an additional $2.50 or more per hour from tips and the kitchen appreciation feeEstimated total compensation of $21.50 to $23.50+ per hour; additional compensation varies based on sales and shiftsPaid sick leave in accordance with Colorado lawHands-on training and opportunities to learn additional stationsCompensation review after 60 days based on attendance, reliability, station proficiency, speed, cleanliness and consistencyPotential to grow into additional culinary, catering and special-event responsibilities Full-time availability is preferred, although strong part-time candidates may be considered. To apply, please submit your resume or a brief work history and tell us:
What professional kitchen experience do you have?
Which stations or responsibilities have you handled?
What days and hours are you available?
What would you most like to learn in your next kitchen position?
Selected candidates will be invited to a brief interview followed by a paid working interview.
The Passenger is an equal-opportunity employer.
Downtown LongmontBase Pay:
$19 to $21 per hourEstimated Total Compensation:
$21.50 to $23.50+ per hour The Passenger is a globally inspired restaurant in downtown Longmont offering an eclectic menu with flavors and dishes from around the world. We are looking for a dependable, growth-oriented line cook to join our collaborative kitchen team.We are not necessarily looking for someone with years of experience. We value reliability, coachability, communication and the desire to improve. Some professional kitchen experience is preferred, but we will provide hands-on training to the right person who already understands basic kitchen operations and can become productive quickly.
This is an excellent opportunity for a developing cook who wants to master multiple stations, strengthen their culinary skills and potentially cross-train in prep, catering and special-event production.
ResponsibilitiesSet up and maintain an organized, properly stocked stationPrepare and execute dishes according to recipes, portioning and presentation standardsMaintain consistency, quality and appropriate ticket times during serviceComplete assigned prep, labeling, dating and product rotationCommunicate clearly with the kitchen team during serviceFollow allergy, dietary and food-safety procedures carefullyMaintain a clean and sanitary workstationAssist with opening, closing and general kitchen responsibilitiesLearn additional stations and responsibilities as skills develop What We Are Looking ForSome professional kitchen experience preferred; approximately six months or more is idealBasic knife, preparation and food-safety skillsDependable, punctual and ready to workCalm, organized and responsive during busy serviceAble to follow recipes and accept coaching and feedbackInterested in learning new cuisines, techniques and responsibilitiesAble to understand and communicate essential work information in English, including tickets, recipes, allergen alerts, safety instructions and kitchen call-outsAvailability to work evenings and weekends Compensation and GrowthBase pay of $19 to $21 per hour, depending on demonstrated experience and station readinessKitchen employees currently earn an additional $2.50 or more per hour from tips and the kitchen appreciation feeEstimated total compensation of $21.50 to $23.50+ per hour; additional compensation varies based on sales and shiftsPaid sick leave in accordance with Colorado lawHands-on training and opportunities to learn additional stationsCompensation review after 60 days based on attendance, reliability, station proficiency, speed, cleanliness and consistencyPotential to grow into additional culinary, catering and special-event responsibilities Full-time availability is preferred, although strong part-time candidates may be considered. To apply, please submit your resume or a brief work history and tell us:
What professional kitchen experience do you have?
Which stations or responsibilities have you handled?
What days and hours are you available?
What would you most like to learn in your next kitchen position?
Selected candidates will be invited to a brief interview followed by a paid working interview.
The Passenger is an equal-opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Sick Leave