Line Cook

1 year

Pascual is a new Contemporary Mexican restaurant centered around a wood-fired hearth, heirloom corn, and local, seasonal ingredients. Located in the heart of Capitol Hill, Pascual is the latest collaboration between family-owned restaurateurs, The Popal Group, and award-winning chefs Isabel Coss and Matt Conroy.

At Pascual, we believe that great food starts with great people. Were a close-knit team that values creativity, collaboration, good food, and growing together. Were on the hunt for a talented Line Cook to join our family and help us create an unforgettable dining experience for our guests.

Position Overview

The Line Cook at Pascual will oversee one of our key sections in the kitchen, working with fresh, high-quality ingredients to create exceptional contemporary Mexican dishes. As part of a dynamic kitchen team, the Line Cook will contribute to the restaurants mission to offer an elevated yet approachable dinning experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure consistent portioning, plating, and timing.
• Prepare and cook menu items on your station in accordance with recipes and quality standards
• Follow all kitchen procedures and station prep lists accurately
• Prepare dishes according to Pascual's recipes with careful attention to season ingredients and mezcal pairings
• Work closely with kitchen team to ensure smooth service
• Check freshness and quality of ingredients before use
• Uphold the cleanliness and safety standards of the kitchen.
• Properly label, date, and store all items
• Support other staff as needed

Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Proven experience in a similar position in high-end or Mexican cuisine.
• Strong organizational skills .
• Ability to remain calm and efficient in a high-pressure environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Wednesday to Sunday
• Weekends

Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $23.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Food Preparation

Creativity

Stocking Stations

Collaboration

Cooking

Attention to Detail

Following Instructions

Time Management

Cleaning

Teamwork

Inventory Management

Adaptability

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Ensuring Food Quality

Communication Skills

Sanitation regulations

Customer Service Orientation

Customer Service

Knowledge of Contemporary Mexican Cuisine

Safety Standards

Ability to Follow Recipes and Quality Standards

Meal Prep Procedures

Commitment to Cleanliness and Safety Standards

Positive Communication

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Product Monitoring

Flexibility in scheduling

Memorization

Experience With High Quality Ingredients

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Portion Control

Availability for Weekend and Evening Shifts

Product Rotation

Communication

Positive Attitude

Food Safety

Cleaning / Sanitation

Organizational Skills

Knife Skills

Prepping Ingredients

Following Recipes

Safety and Sanitation

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