Lead Line Cook

3 years

Oyster Oyster is hiring a cook / chef de partie to join our team.

Oyster Oyster is looking for driven individuals who want to be a part of cooking towards a sustainable future.

Who you are:

• Attention to detail
• Values working clean and organized
• Team player
• Has a sense of humor
• Driven to get the job done.
• Interested in sustainability

You will also serve at tables and on our kitchen counter as a cook. Be prepared to speak with guests about dishes and preparations.

Our cuisine is anchored in sustainability, utilizing ingredients from the best farmers and producers in the Mid-Atlantic region. With a focus on plants, foraged mushrooms, and local oysters, Oyster Oyster is exploring all the possibilities the plant kingdom has to offer via a multi-course menu. Cooks will work side by side with Chef Rob Rubba in our beautiful open kitchen that overlooks our dining room.

Accolades and Recognition

• 1 star Michelin Guide 2022, 2023, 2024
• Michelin Green Star 2024
• James Beard Award winner for Outstanding Chef in America 2023
• Food & Wine Magazine's Best New Chef in America '22
• James Beard Award Nominee: Best New Restaurant 2022
• Best New Restaurants 2021 (Esquire Magazine)
• * The 50 Best Restaurants in America (for wine enthusiasts)
• The Number One Restaurant (The Washington Post's Fall Dining Guide)
• *Best New Restaurant (Washington City Paper)

benefits:
Oyster Oyster provides a comprehensive benefits package in addition to competitive wages (including a tip pool). As an important member of our team, youll enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical and Dental insurance coverage
• Continuing education classes and professional training opportunities in food and beverage that are provided within the restaurant
• A Family meal made with the same quality ingredients we serve
• Tuesday through Saturday schedule; 5-day work week (no brunch)
• Wine and Beverage education
• Class Trips to farms and producers
• Major Holidays Off
• and more

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program

Basic Knife Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Dressing Making

Customer Service Orientation

Working Clean and Organized

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Food Safety Knowledge

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Team Player

Knowledge of Sustainable Cooking Practices

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Creativity in Menu Development

Sense of Humor

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Passion for Local and Seasonal Ingredients

Driven

Willingness to Learn and Grow Professionally

Family Meal Preparation

Experience in a Team Oriented Kitchen Environment

Interest in Sustainability

Understanding of Food Safety and Hygiene Standards

Pasta Dough Making

Ability to Engage With Guests About Food

Cooking

Commitment to Quality and Excellence

Portioning

Time Management Skills

Table Service

Sauce Making

Communication With Guests

Sauteing

Knowledge of Dishes and Preparations

Prepping Ingredients

Utilization of Ingredients

Vegetable Cookery

Working Side by Side With Chef

Food and Beverage Education

Skateboarding

Wine and Beverage Knowledge

Baking Bread

Vegan / Vegetarian Cooking

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