Line Cook

ABOUT US

At Oleana, bold flavors, vibrant spices, and the freshest local ingredients shape a menu rooted in the traditions of Turkey and the Middle East. For 25 years, we've earned national acclaim for our small plates, farm-grown produce, and inventive desserts under the leadership of James Beard Award winner, Chef Ana Sortun. In 2025, Oleana was awarded the distinction of Michelin Recommended restaurant for the guide's inaugural year in Boston.

WHY WORK WITH US?

We care about our people — employees and guests alike. Our team values warmth, professionalism without pretension, and long-term relationships. We offer professional development opportunities through wine and beverage education, Mediterranean diet training, community events, and guest speakers. We foster an environment of fairness, kindness, and high standards. Oleana is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about food, are eager to learn and work hard, and bring good energy to work. We offer a structured training program as well as flexible schedules to support your other goals. Qualified candidates will have at least one year of experience cooking in a restaurant kitchen and a working knowledge of kitchen basics, e.g. cleanliness, safety and organization. Come stage with us and you'll learn about all of our stations and sample our menu! At Oleana, you will— Learn how to compose beautiful food across several stations Cook with lots of high-quality ingredients, including vegetables from our own farm and many flavorful spices Work on an incredible team to meet the challenge of high standards and high volume Gain depth of knowledge about Middle Eastern / Turkish cuisine and different spices Qualified candidates will - Treat customers and co-workers with courtesy and respect Work in a clean and organized fashion Follow clearly documented food safety procedures Work as a team and take direction from multiple managers Be able to read and follow written recipes, deal successfully with multitasking and be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment Exhibit a desire to learn and be challenged creatively Have a strong attention to detail and a positive attitude Have excellent attendance and punctuality Have a desire for long-term employment Be able to work 40+ hours per week every week Be available nights, weekends, and some holidays

COMPENSATION

$23-27/hour, depending on experience A portion of our kitchen appreciation fund Educational and professional development opportunities Employee discounts at our sister businesses—Oleana, Sofra, Sarma and Siena Farms Free meal per shift Partially subsidized health insurance, and group rates on dental, vision, and voluntary (critical illness, accident, disability, life) benefits Please consider joining our team! To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@oleanarestaurant.com