The Loveless Cafe is an iconic restaurant with an abundant amount of history and a wonderful reputation in the Nashville area. Join our awesome team today!
Starting Pay Range: $18-$20/hour DOE
Excellent benefits are available such as:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance & flexible supplemental insurances
- Company Matched 401(k) - free money to help build your retirement
- Student Loan Payment Plan - we will help pay your student loans
- Paid Parental Leave - available for new mothers and fathers
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - start accruing on DAY ONE!
- Paid holidays
- Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonuses
Benefits are available for eligible employees beginning as early as 60 days! Promoting from within the company is encouraged and practiced regularly.
The Loveless Cafe is currently seeking an experienced Line Cook to accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
Note: Must be able to work nights.
*** Please make sure you are comfortable with our location and commute before applying.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
- Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
- Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe
specifications.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
- Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
- Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
- Handles stores and rotate all products properly.
- Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
- Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.
Qualifications
- HS Diploma/GED or 4+ years experience
- Minimum of 1 year experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
Special Position Requirements
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have availability to work a changing schedule
- Will work nights, weekends and some holidays
Preferences
- Candidates with experience making food from scratch are preferred
- Multi-lingual
- Punctuality and reliability
- Self-starter that can also motivate others
- Commitment to making every dish the best quality possible
- Organized and clean when when working in the kitchen
- Problem solving skills
- Able to take and give directions
- Ability to be flexible
- Supportive team player
- Must be able to multi-task
Work Requirements
- Be physically able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 lbs
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
Why Join our Company?
The Loveless Cafe is locally owned and operated in Nashville, which means that every purchase supports local jobs, causes, and community initiatives. Our company has been a part of the Nashville community for generations, and we do our best to give back at every opportunity. To demonstrate, we even have a dedicated Community Relations Specialist on-site! Transparent leadership, competitive benefits and a safe, enjoyable work environment are key drivers in our company culture. We are committed to not only providing a great experience for our customers and community, but also an inclusive space to foster employee ambitions. Our commitment to these core values enable us to cultivate our employees' professional strengths and help each individual achieve their full potential.
The Loveless Cafe LLC is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and maintaining a capable and committed workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Restaurant type:
Shift:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Nashville, TN 37221: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person