The role…

At Soho House a Line Cook I is responsible for ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, preparing food and sauces, and assisting head chefs with service. As a Line Cook I, you thrive in fast-paced environments and positively influence fellow members of the team to remain calm during a busy service. Daily responsibilities also include preparation of food items in the pantry, fry station, and other areas of the kitchen as well as adhering to allergy requests and specific alterations to dishes.

A successful Line Cook I, is a critical member of the team due to the diverse and specialized skill set and proven ability to execute all menu items properly from prep to plate and deliver top quality dishes from all stations.

Main Duties

• Well-versed on all menu items and able to produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments and on all stations
• Assist with inventory to support the kitchen operating at a sustainable food cost
• Watch wastage, cooking temps and quality to reduce additional costs, influence others on the cost of product and how it contributes to the profit and loss of the company
• Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and family meal
• Delegate some tasks as needed while also ensuring proper procedure is followed when clocking in and out for shifts as well as breaks
• Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with end of service meeting
• Maintain company target goals and consistent experience for Soho House Standards for service; 3-8-10
• Positive influence for teams under pressure and provide a welcoming work environment that increases staff moral
• Attend “Cook House” trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members on areas they are looking to go

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a fast pace, upscale and approachable environment of professionals
• Strong understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Proven ability to execute all menu items and properly prepare and deliver top quality dishes on all stations
• Food handler’s certificate
• Strong communicator, collaborator and motivator with ability to build professional relationships with all leaders and kitchen team and arrive to work prior to scheduled start to ensure you have appropriate time to situate, eat and be briefed on previous service and anticipated service
• Proactive, team-player who can work well independently as well as on a team
• Flexible schedule and ability to work morning, night, weekend and holiday’s (as needed)
• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Possess a level of creativity to create recipes from scratch

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 40 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required.

Why work with us...

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.

• Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match
• Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days
• Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically
• Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability
• Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all.
• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
• Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.