Line Cook

At So Thai, our success lies in the passion and dedication of our team. We foster a supportive and collaborative work environment, valuing diversity and encouraging creativity. As a member of our team, you'll work alongside talented chefs in the art of Thai cuisine, creating unforgettable dining experiences.

We prioritize exceptional service, continuous improvement, and staying up-to-date with culinary trends. If you share our values and are eager to be part of our team dedicated to culinary greatness, join us at So Thai in Urbana, Maryland.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in the restaurant industry, a passion for food preparation, and strong customer service skills. The successful candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task effectively, and take direction well. We are looking for someone who is committed to providing the highest quality of food and service to our customers.

Qualifications:

• At least 1+year of cooking experience.
• Comfortable cooking with a wok.
• A love for food and an eye for detail with cooking; knowing weights, measurements, and volumes.
• Ability to learn restaurant menu and recipes.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced teamwork environment.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 30 lbs
• Must be at least 18 years old

Responsibilities:

• Prepare food according to customers' needs and preferences.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Responsible for the setup, operation, break down, and cleaning of kitchen equipment
• Adhere to food safety regulations and standards.
• Prepare food in a timely manner.
• Have knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• May need to assist with sweeping, cleaning and maintaining equipment, sanitizing, etc.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Paid on the job training
• Food provided -free meal per shift
• Employee discounts
• Monthly incentive
• Yearly bonus
• Yearly salary increment

Shifts

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Frederick, MD 21704: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Tuesday, Wednesday
• Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Mandatory)
• Must be able to work on Holidays

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)
• Thai (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person