Cook The Pasta Market — Blue Ridge, GA The Pasta Market is looking for a dependable, experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in quality food, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and can help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen. The Cook will be responsible for daily food preparation, cooking, kitchen organization, food safety, and ensuring that every dish meets The Pasta Market's standards for quality and consistency. Responsibilities Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards Complete daily food preparation and prep lists Ensure ingredients are properly portioned, labeled, stored, and rotated Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, and portion sizes Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and properly stocked Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures Monitor inventory and communicate low-stock items to management Help minimize food waste through proper preparation and storage Work efficiently with the kitchen and front-of-house teams during service Assist with specials, seasonal menu items, and catering preparation as needed Open or close the kitchen according to established procedures Communicate food quality, equipment, or operational issues to management Assist with other kitchen duties as needed Qualifications Previous professional kitchen or restaurant experience preferred Strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen procedures ServSafe certification preferred or willingness to obtain Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend availability required What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable, organized, and takes pride in their work . The right person will be comfortable working independently while also being a positive and supportive member of the kitchen team. Schedule Full-time or part-time Flexible schedule based on business needs Weekend availability required Daytime and/or evening shifts may be available Compensation $17-20 per hour , based on experience. Why Join The Pasta Market? Work in a unique specialty food market environment Small, collaborative team Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility Employee food and/or store discounts

To Apply:

Please apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief description of your kitchen experience and availability.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid training

Work Location:

In person