Line Cook

1 year

Affiliated with STARR Restaurants , colorful and contemporary Makoto offers bright and spacious indoor and outdoor dining on the third floor of the luxury boutiques Bal Harbour Shops. Designed by international designer India Mahdavi, Makoto is the perfect fusion of a French Brasseire, a Japanese restaurant, and an American diner, all under one roof. Chef Makoto Okuwa, a master of Edomae-style sushi, continues to reshape tradition for a savvy audience eager for something new.

We are seeking Line Cooks with a love for Japanese cuisine. The ideal candidate will be hard-working, eager to learn, and a team player!

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage for Full-time Employees
• Dining discounts at over 25 affiliated STARR Restaurants
• Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
  - and more!

Requirements:

• Familiar with Japanese cuisine along with classic cooking styles & preparations
• 1-2 years experience as a line cook in a well-rated and/or Japanese-inspired restaurant
• Works well under pressure in a high-volume setting
• 1+ Year Experience working a wok, tempura, or robata station is a BIG PLUS
• A culinary degree is a PLUS

Makoto is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience)

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

Advanced Knife Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Familiar With Japanese Cuisine

Team Collaboration

Basic Knife Skills

Adaptability to New Cooking Techniques

Classic Cooking Styles & Preparations

Attention to Detail in Food Preparation

Dough Making

Strong Work Ethic

Experience as a Line Cook in a Well Rated and/or Japanese Inspired Restaurant

Willingness to Learn and Grow Professionally

Portioning

Creativity in Food Presentation

Works Well Under Pressure in a High Volume Setting

Time Management Skills

Fish Butchery

Customer Service Orientation

Experience Working a Wok, Tempura, or Robata Station

Ability to Follow Instructions and Recipes

Fish Cookery

Cultural Awareness of Japanese Cuisine

Culinary Degree

Problem Solving Skills in a Kitchen Setting

Food Safety Knowledge

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Plating and Presentation

Communication Skills With Team Members

Frying

Commitment to Food Safety and Hygiene

Grilling

Inventory Management

Meat Butchery

Meat Cookery

Sauce Making

Sauteing

Smoking

100 Covers Per Night

200 Covers Per Night

Vegan / Vegetarian Cooking

Prepping Ingredients

Vegetable Cookery

Wok Cooking

Woodfire Cooking

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