Line Cook - University Club of St Paul

Company: Commonwealth Companies
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: We are seeking a talented and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team at The University club of St. Paul as a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing exceptional, high-quality dishes that meet the standards of our renowned kitchen. You will work in a fast-paced environment with a team of skilled professionals, ensuring every dish is meticulously prepared, plated, and served to our guests satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare and cook dishes in accordance with the restaurants menu, ensuring that every plate meets the high standards of quality, taste, and presentation that our guests expect. Station Management: Efficiently manage your assigned station, including grill, saut, fry, or pastry sections, ensuring all ingredients and equipment are properly stocked and ready for service. Timing and Coordination: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure dishes are completed and plated in a timely manner, maintaining a smooth flow during service. Plating and Presentation: Ensure that all dishes are presented beautifully and consistently, adhering to the restaurants aesthetic and quality standards. Inventory and Stocking: Assist with inventory management and restocking ingredients, ensuring kitchen supplies are maintained at optimal levels for daily operations. Food Safety and Cleanliness: Adhere to all health and safety standards, ensuring cleanliness and organization of the kitchen at all times. Follow proper sanitation protocols for food handling and kitchen tools. Collaboration and Communication: Communicate effectively with the executive chef, sous chefs, and other line cooks to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations during service. Quality Control: Maintain consistent quality, following recipes and specifications accurately while contributing to ongoing menu development and refinement. Qualifications: Proven experience as a line cook in a fine dining or high-end restaurant environment. Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and organization. Ability to follow recipes and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the restaurants operating hours. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude in a team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills: Culinary degree or formal training from a recognized institution. Experience working in award-winning or Michelin-starred restaurants. Passion for fine dining and culinary excellence. Knowledge of wine pairings and the ability to work in a fine dining environment.

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