Line Cook I Jobs

Who We Are…

We are a collection of members' clubs, restaurants, hotels, workspaces and cinemas, catering to those in the film, media, fashion and creative industries. The company has unique ventures throughout the UK, USA, Canada, Europe and Asia, with new openings planned globally. Soho House is a space for its diverse membership and teams to connect, grow, have fun and make an impact.

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

• Delegate some tasks as needed while also ensuring proper procedure is followed when clocking in and out for shifts as well as breaks
• 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
• Attend "Cook House" trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members on areas they are looking to go
• Well-versed on all menu items and able to produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments and on all stations
• Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with end of service meeting
• Positive influence for teams under pressure and provide a welcoming work environment that increases staff moral
• Maintain company target goals and consistent experience for Soho House Standards for service; 3-8-10

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Proven ability to execute all menu items and properly prepare and deliver top quality dishes on all stations
• Proactive, team-player who can work well independently as well as on a team
• 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
• Flexible schedule and ability to work morning, night, weekend and holiday's (as needed)
• Food Handler certificate
• Strong understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Food handler's certificate
• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Possess a level of creativity to create recipes from scratch
• Minimum of 3+ years' experience in a fast pace, upscale and approachable environment of professionals

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
• Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• 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.

• 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 Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.
• Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
• 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.
• Health Care: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match
• 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
• Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days

Opportunities for all…

Soho House was created to bring diverse communities of people together, and we take the same approach when building our teams. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a global company. Soho House is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.