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Cook - Line

Jitjatjo is looking for energetic and hardworking team members who are comfortable working in fast-paced kitchen environments.

Line Cooks are passionate about food and support the leading chefs with ingredient preparation, station service, and cooking dishes. Successful Talent multitask, operate with minimal supervision, and carefully follow directions for food service.

Station service, ingredient and food preparation using a variety of cooking and knife techniques.

Pay rate:
$21.50-$23.75/hr

Responsibilities

  • Carefully follow recipes while preparing assigned items for food service.

  • Prepare, chop, slice, and cut all ingredient portions prior to cooking.

  • Cook, bake, grill, sautee or fry all dishes as specified in the menu and prep sheet.

  • Plate and garnish cooked items before table service.

  • Clean and maintain assigned work station areas.

  • Follow safe and sanitary food handling practices according to local health and state laws.

  • Ensure that guest meals come out quickly, simultaneously, and consistently.

  • Maintain a positive and professional environment with coworkers and customers.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a cook/chef working in a restaurant, commisary, or catering environment.

  • Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, knife skills, ingredients, equipment and procedures in the kitchen.

  • Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks with strong attention to detail.

  • Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for long periods of time.

  • Must understand and execute food safety and sanitation protocols.

  • Familiar with industry best practices.

  • Excellent verbal communication and organization skills.

  • Responsible, trustworthy, and team player qualities.

Location

District of Columbia
Pay rate:
$21.50-$23.75/hr

Accreditations

  • COVID-19 Documents
  • Barclays Certified
  • HR | Harassment Prevention

Why Jitjatjo?

We are urgently hiring workers to fill open shifts and positions near you!
Why work with Jitjatjo?
  • Employees have access to a suite of complementary and low-cost benefits, including healthcare, finance, wellness, and lifestyle perks, to help our Flex employees achieve their full potential
  • Be in control of when and where you work by setting weekly availability that fits your busy schedule
  • As a W2 employee, you'll enjoy the benefits often missing from 1099 work including but not limited to workers compensation & overtime pay
  • Instant Pay* for every qualified shift you crush
  • Explore different employers, skills, and career paths
  • We will onboard you for multiple roles if you have the skills. You will be able to change your daily work atmosphere
  • Temp-to-Perm: Demonstrating your skills, reliability, and passion could see you offered a full-time position with benefits
  • Join our rapidly growing community and lean on us for support when you need it

We’re seeking quality talent for a wide range of roles.

*Instant Pay is conditional on the achievement of performance criteria, a current/active and supported debit card, a supported tax profile, and approval of hours worked. Certain gigs may require additional time to verify worker hours and in such cases, payment may take longer to process. USA only.