Puerta is offering a $500 HIRING BONUS!

Bonus to be distributed after 90 days of full time employment!

Line Cook Position

Starting Pay at $17.00/hour+ based on experience!

About Puerta

Puerta brings Mexican cuisine paired with the freshest ingredients and classic techniques. Our exceptional culinary team is built from a wide variety of culinary experience and knowledge that focuses on unique flavor, nostalgia and approachability. We source many ingredients from Mexico including spirits. Mezcal and tequila will be the focal point in Puerta’s bar program. Whether it is a fresh juiced Margaritas or a pour of Mezcal that you may have never heard of, you can find it here. Late night lounging with a Dj driven atmosphere, or a night out before the night out, we hope that you will join us to experience all that is Puerta.

Cook Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.

The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.

A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of the kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.

Line Cook Responsibilities:

• Maintain sanitation standards set forth by the NC Health Department
• Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen and work station
• Prepare workstations
• Prepare and maintain kitchen equipment
• Checking quality of ingredients throughout each shift
• Daily food prep
• Cooking using various culinary techniques
• Exceptional plate presentation
• Manage food storage, stock, and ingredients
• Receiving orders
• Placing received orders in designated locations
• Proper labeling of prepped/prepared items
• Teamwork and thorough communication

Line Cook Job Requirements:

• Must have prior experience as a cook
• Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment
• Must be skilled in various cooking techniques
• Must know and follow sanitation procedures
• Must showcase teamwork and communication skills
• Must showcase great organizational skills
• Must be able to multitask and act quickly
• Must carry at least a high school diploma
• Can lift 50 lbs or above
• Must have personal knife kit
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Employee discount at all 1957 Hospitality Group locations
• Holiday Closures
• Continued education