Line Cook Mezza Luna Italian Restaurant Pay:

$16.00 per hour Mezza Luna is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for someone dependable, hardworking, and comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience working as a line cook in a restaurant . Spanish-speaking candidates are strongly preferred because much of our kitchen team communicates in Spanish. Responsibilities Prepare and cook menu items according to restaurant recipes and standards Set up and maintain an organized workstation before and during service Prepare ingredients, including washing, chopping, portioning, and basic prep Cook food properly and consistently while maintaining quality and presentation Plate and garnish dishes according to restaurant standards Follow proper food handling and food safety procedures Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout the shift Properly label, date, rotate, and store food Monitor ingredient levels and notify the Chef when items need to be restocked Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties Work closely with the Chef and other kitchen staff during busy service periods Help maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen Requirements Minimum 1 year of restaurant line cook experience required Experience working in a fast-paced restaurant kitchen Ability to safely and effectively use knives, cooking equipment, and kitchen tools Basic understanding of food preparation and cooking techniques Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation procedures Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately Strong attention to detail and consistency Ability to stay organized and work efficiently under pressure Dependable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team Ability to stand for extended periods and perform normal kitchen duties Spanish-speaking preferred to assist with communication among the kitchen team Compensation $16.00 per hour This is a great opportunity for an experienced line cook looking for steady restaurant work in a professional kitchen environment. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be asked to perform additional kitchen duties as needed to support restaurant operations.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Experience:

Line Cook:

1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person