550 Madison
hospitality
LineCook(BarChimera)
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“Line Cook (Bar Chimera) at 550 Madison. Skills: Prepping, Cooking, Plating dishes, Mise en place, Preparing menu items, Modifying dishes, Avoiding cross contamination, Restocking ingredients, Labeling inventory, Stocking inventory, Organizing inventory, Cleaning work stations, Sanitizing work stations, Knife-handling skills. Prepping, cooking, and plating delicious dishes. Assisting the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) and Sous Chefs with their daily tasks”
What You'll Achieve.
Contribute to customer happiness and restaurant growth
Industry & Context.
Ability to perform job duties and responsibilities well and maintain professionalism and composure under pressure and in a high-paced and at times stressful environment, Ability to under pressure and maintain professionalism when working under stress, Able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels (weekend, nights, and holiday availability required), Exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 12 hours per day and at least 60 hours per week, Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, Frequently stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and kneel, Frequently utilize the stairs, often while lifting and carrying heavy items, Occasionally crouch and climb, Be exposed to hazards including, but not limited to, burns, cuts, scrapes, and frequent exposure of hands to water, Withstand fluctuations in temperature within the work environment, from high heat to below freezing, Handle heavy equipment and machinery
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to read, speak, understand, follow written directions, and verbal instructions in English, Reachable by email and able to communicate via phone, Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and local Department of Health standards, Food Handler’s Certification or the ability to obtain in accordance with federal, state, or local regulations and/or Company policy, Able to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels (weekend, nights, and holiday availability required), Ability to execute recipes and service in adherence with company policy, Proficient knife-handling skills
Nice to Have
Culinary Arts degree preferred, Familiarity with Korean cuisine, preferred, 2+ years similar experience preferred
What You'll Do.
and plating delicious dishes
Assisting the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) and Sous Chefs with their daily tasks
Providing the highest quality meals that meet the CDC’s exact specifications
Maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and BOH areas to the highest health and sanitation standards
Ensuring a smooth continuation of service
Setting up all assigned stations with appropriate mise en place in advance of service
Ensuring station and kitchen is clean
Attending all assigned pre-shift meetings
Putting out dishes for line check according to company standards
Preparing menu items in cooperation with the kitchen team
at the direction of the chefs
Following all allergy protocols and modifies dishes at the direction of the chefs
Avoiding cross contamination by adhering to preparation standards set by the CDC
Ensuring that all dishes are prepared according to both quality and timing standards
Actively restocking ingredients at the workstation
Meeting prep times for smooth delivery while in service
and safe work station while in service
Working efficiently with kitchen team members
Complying with company procedures and food safety standards
Keeping utensils and equipment clean and sanitary at all times
Not engaging in horseplay
Breaking down stations fully
Reporting waste to chefs on duty
Cleaning and sanitizing work stations prior to departing the shift
Reporting to each scheduled shift on time
Assisting other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management
Training new employees as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with all members of the Back of House team to ensure a smooth continuation of service; Work efficiently with kitchen team members; Maintain a positive and professional approach with all front of house and back of house coworkers and customers; Assisting other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management
Communication Scope
Ability to read, speak, understand, follow written directions, and verbal instructions in English; Reachable by email and able to communicate via phone; Communicates information effectively and efficiently; Good oral communication skills
Full Job Description
COMING SPRING 2026: We are seeking to hire dynamic and experienced team members to join our award winning hospitality team as Gracious Hospitality Management expands our operations to our newest project, 550 Madison. Comprehensive on-site training provided for qualified and eager candidates! Gracious Hospitality Management’s 550 Madison project is their most ambitious to date: a multi-level, 15,000-square-foot dining destination inside the iconic landmark Sony building. The project will bring together three distinct concepts — the second New York location of the Michelin-starred COTE Korean Steakhouse, an all-day multi-bar and dining concept- Chimera, and an intimate sushi restaurant led by Michelin-starred Chef Masahiro Yoshitake- Sushi Yoshitake . Designed by Rockwell Group, with Yoshio Itai collaborating on the sushi concept, 550 Madison is set to redefine immersive, transportive dining in Midtown Manhattan. Please see below information on our hiring and interview process: Interview Phase: Resume screening and interviews. There will be open calls scheduled the week of 2/9/26 and 2/16/26. Selected candidates will receive an invite to attend. Hiring Phase: Post-open calls, candidates will receive welcome and onboarding emails from the People and Culture team. Training Phase: New hires will train several weeks in advance of the anticipated opening date of 550 Madison. Pre-Opening: New hires should expect the friends and family service during regular dinner hours during this phase. Grand Opening: The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening and transition into full daily operations. Line Cooks are dynamic hospitality professionals responsible for prepping, cooking, and plating delicious dishes by the culinary team and assisting the Chef de Cuisine (CDC) and Sous Chefs with their daily tasks. Their principal goal is to provide the highest quality meals that meet the CDC’s exact specifications, while maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and BOH areas to the highest
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