Line Cook

About Us

Sylvia Woods, the "Queen of Soul Food," was the founder and owner of the world famous Sylvia's Restaurant, located in the historical village of Harlem, since 1962. In 1944, Sylvia and her Husband Herbert, moved to Harlem NY, where she became a waitress at Johnson's luncheonette. After several years of dedicated service, Mr. Johnson recognized Sylvia's entrepreneurial spirit and sold her the luncheonette.The once small luncheonette which consisted of 15 stools and six booths, has now flourished into a family-owned enterprise which consists of: Sylvia's Restaurant in Harlem, Sylvia's Also, a full-service catering hall, Special Events Division, a nationwide line of Sylvia's Food Products, two deliciously amazing cookbooks, and ATOC, Inc., a real estate holding company.

Responsibilities

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations
• Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
• Preparing steam tables and Utensils for shift
• Cooking and plating food according to food health and safety standards
• Handling multiple food orders at one time
• Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed
• Reporting kitchen accidents or violations of food safety codes and procedures.

Requirements

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Physical endurance to stand for long periods of time
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
• Able to quickly memorize complex or multiple orders
• High school degree or equivalent
• Food Handlers Certificate
• 1+ years' experience as kitchen crew
• Able to work mornings, nights, and weekends
• Physically able to stand and move for long periods of time. Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to read and write English
• Black Pants
• Slip Resistant shoes

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-Time

Benefits:

• Employee meal and discount
• Referral program
• Pre-tax medical plan
• Tax saving transportation

Physical Setting:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Restaurant Experience: 1 year

Work Location:

• One location