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Accord Social

Experienced Line Cook

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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.

$36,003 / year median in New York

+14% projected growth

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About Accord Social Accord Social is a community-focused restaurant in New York's Hudson Valley created around great food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together. Our goal is to be the "Hudson Valley's Living Room"—a place where guests feel comfortable, welcomed, and excited to return. We believe an exceptional restaurant starts with an exceptional team. We are committed to creating a professional kitchen built on respect, teamwork, accountability, consistency, and pride in what we serve. Position Summary Accord Social is seeking experienced, dependable, and passionate Line Cooks to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate has strong cooking fundamentals, understands how to properly set up and operate a station, works efficiently during high-volume service, and takes pride in sending out consistently excellent food. We're looking for cooks who care about quality, communicate well, support their teammates, and want to be part of building a great kitchen. Responsibilities Set up and maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked station before and throughout service. Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portions, and presentation standards. Execute dishes accurately and consistently during high-volume service. Maintain proper cooking temperatures and food quality. Follow tickets carefully, including modifications, allergies, and special requests. Communicate effectively with the Chef, Kitchen Manager, expo, and fellow cooks. Coordinate timing with other stations so complete orders are ready together. Maintain appropriate prep and par levels. Properly label, date, rotate, and store food. Follow FIFO procedures and minimize unnecessary food waste. Assist with receiving and properly storing deliveries when needed. Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout the shift. Complete opening, running, and closing side work. Properly clean and maintain kitchen equipment. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements. Assist other stations and team members when needed. What We're Looking For At least 2 years of professional line-cook experience preferred . Experience working sauté, grill, fry, pantry/garde manger, or multiple stations. Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking techniques. Ability to read and execute recipes consistently. Understanding of proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and temperature control. Ability to work quickly and accurately without sacrificing quality. Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail. Ability to remain calm and organized during busy service. Dependable and punctual. Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Team-oriented mentality. Willingness to learn and accept feedback. Pride in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Physical Requirements The position requires the ability to stand and work for extended periods, bend, reach, lift, and safely carry up to approximately 50 pounds and work around hot equipment and in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment, with or without reasonable accommodation. What Success Looks Like A successful Line Cook at
Accord Social:
Comes to work prepared and on time. Maintains a clean and organized station. Knows their prep and is ready before service begins. Produces the same high-quality dish every time. Understands that presentation matters. Communicates instead of allowing problems to escalate. Helps teammates when their own station is under control. Respects both front-of-house and back-of-house employees. Takes responsibility for mistakes and helps correct them. Treats ingredients, equipment, and Company property with care. Understands the importance of controlling portions and minimizing waste. Takes pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen. Our Kitchen Culture At Accord Social, there is no room for a "that's not my job" mentality. We believe the strongest kitchens are built by people who respect one another, communicate, work hard, and step in when a teammate needs help. Whether you're a Chef, Kitchen Manager, Line Cook, Prep Cook, or Dishwasher, everyone contributes to the success of the restaurant. We want experienced cooks who aren't simply looking for another shift. We want people who want to be part of a team, continue developing their skills, and take pride in helping us build something special at Accord Social.
Pay:
$25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance
Work Location:
In person