Lou's Italian: Line Cook

Lou’s Italian Specialties opened its doors in Denver’s Cole neighborhood in December 2018 and has received overwhelming praise from the community. The restaurant has earned a consistent place on Eater Denver’s “Hot List” since it opened, and was included in 5280 Magazine’s list of the best Italian restaurants in Denver. Lou’s is an old-world style Italian delicatessen and marketplace, offering traditional deli-style to-go service for its extensive menu featuring hot and cold subs, house-made pasta, fresh mozzarella made daily, soups, salads, and seasonally inspired dishes, as well as homemade Italian sausages and several authentic Italian pastries. Additionally, Lou’s sells a curated selection of imported and domestic old-fashioned Italian grocery store items, such as cold-pressed olive oils, aged Balsamic vinegar, organic San Marzano tomatoes, and hard-to-find pasta cuts.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Full TimeTeam Member/Hot Line Cook to join our dynamic team at Lou’s Italian Specialties in our open kitchen. As a key member of our culinary hospitality team, you will not only be responsible for preparing delicious authentic Italian dishes but you will also be expected to engage with our customers, answer their questions about the food, provide samples, take orders, provide assistance with online orders, and even deliver food to customers when needed. This position requires someone who is skilled in both culinary arts and customer service, with a strong desire to create an exceptional dining experience for our guests. This is a high volume and fast paced position that requires someone who has the right energy to keep up while maintaining the high quality standards of our food. If you have a passion for Italian cuisine, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic, we would love to hear from you! Join our team today!

Pay & Benefits:

• $14.27/ hr + tips (avg $6.00-$9.00 per hour in tips, based on past year)
• Medical, dental and vision for FT employees

Job Type:

• Hourly, Full-time, benefit eligible
• Fast casual restaurant
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

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We offer health/dental/vision insurance for all full time employees. Colorado Secure Savings, paid sick days (HWFA), employee discount (for all BTRG locations), yoga & gym memberships, concert tickets, and team building outings provided to all employees!

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Responsibilities & Duties:

Customer Engagement-

• Greet guests and handle transactions
• Engage with customers in a friendly and professional manner, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere
• Actively answer customer questions about the food, ingredients, and cooking techniques, providing detailed and accurate information
• Offer samples of dishes to customers, showcasing the quality and flavors of our cuisine
• Assist customers in placing their orders, recommending menu items based on their preferences
• Serve in the patio area, take orders and hand out online orders
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring that customers have a memorable dining experience

Culinary Expertise-

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and guidelines, ensuring quality and consistency
• Wash and chop vegetables
• Maintain inventory of what you have at your station - restock food, and FOH supplies as needed
• Follow proper food handling, safety and sanitation standards at all times
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure efficient and timely food preparation

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficient in deli slicing meat to order deli sandwiches
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Able to stand on your feet for long periods and lift heavy objects from storage.
• Collaborate with team members

Preferences:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Ability to life 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Ability to work weekends

Job Type:

• Hourly, Full-time, benefit eligible
• Fast casual restaurant
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Pay & Benefits:

• $14.27/ hr + tips (avg $6.00-$9.00 per hour in tips, based on past year)
• Medical, dental and vision for FT employees
• Paid sick leave (complies with Healthy Families and Workplaces Act)
• Colorado Secure Savings
• FAMLI
• Free concert tickets
• Discount at all BTRG concepts
• Free yoga membership
• Free gym membership
• Employee gatherings and team building activities

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=2422c3ba-2dc3-40a7-9ba0-dae4ec389065&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital or veteran status