HIRING FOR NEW RESTAURANT CONCEPT OPENING THIS SPRING.

Welcome to Cucina MORINI, where the vibrant flavors and coastal influences of Southern Italy come together to create an unforgettable dining experience. Chef Matt Adler, in collaboration with the acclaimed team behind Osteria MORINI in Washington D.C., brings the best of Southern Italian cooking straight to your plate in the heart of our nation’s capital.

Anchored by the legacy of the Osteria MORINI brand, Cucina MORINI takes a distinctively Southern Italian approach to cuisine while upholding the same standards of excellence, consistency, and service. At Cucina MORINI, we pay homage to the rich culinary traditions of Italy’s enchanting coast to the South. Using only the highest-quality ingredients, our menu offers a delightful array of fresh crudi dishes alongside handmade pasta and signature specialties inspired by the flavors of the region.

We are looking for passionate and dedicated LINE COOKS to join the opening team. Be a part of this truly unique restaurant and work alongside hospitality pioneers and positive team members in an inclusive and professional environment.

Line Cook Responsibilities include:

• Work and serve as key member of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at direction of Chefs with utmost quality, precision and consistency
• Learn and develop maximum proficiency with the various stations (garde manger, pasta, grill, saute, pizza) as assigned by Chefs, which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate smooth and efficient kitchen
• Work in a high-intensity kitchen and work environment and be able to handle rigors of busy services while not sacrificing quality and consistency of dishes
• Support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed, including handling duties of other stations (i.e., pastry, pasta, etc.) or supporting prep cooks

Line Cook Qualifications and Necessary Skills:

• At least 1 year of relevant restaurant experience preferred
• Culinary and/or college degree recommended with considerable working knowledge of relevant food preparation
• Genuine passion for cooking, restaurant hospitality and learning new skills
• Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a high-intensity kitchen / work environment
• Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues regardless of role
• Willingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps and health and cleaning procedures
• Broad and flexible availability to work – AM/PM service and prep/production
• Physical requirements include: ability to handle and carry trays, smallware, equipment, or other items up to 35lbs, and to stand, walk up and down stairs, and exert well-paced mobility for extended period of time

We offer competitive compensation, medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days of employment for full-time employees. If you are interested in joining the Altamarea Group team, please submit your resume. Attachments that cannot be opened will not be considered.

Altamarea Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advanced Knife Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Basic Knife Skills

Cleaning / Sanitation

200 Covers Per Night

Prepping Ingredients

Sauteing

Grilling

Meat Cookery

Teamwork

Vegetable Cookery

Frying

Fish Butchery

Positive Attitude

Meat Butchery

Fish Cookery

Portioning

Communication

Food Handler Certification

Plating and Presentation

Work In a Fast-Paced Environment

Attention to Detail

Pasta Cooking

Safety and Sanitation

Food Prep

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Sauce Making

Following Recipes

Taking Direction and Feedback

Dressing Making

Efficiency

Kitchen Equipment Use

Family Meal Preparation

Professionalism

Standing for Long Periods of Time

Culinary Skills

Receiving

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Pasta Dough Making

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Accuracy

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