Part-Time Line Cook

JOB SUMMARY The SoLa Foundation is committed to ending intergenerational poverty by creating access to education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship opportunities for underinvested communities. The Line Cook plays a vital role in the daily operations of the 60th Street Café by preparing high-quality food while supporting an exceptional guest experience and serving as a positive role model for culinary workforce development participants. This position helps ensure consistent food quality, kitchen efficiency, sanitation, and operational excellence while contributing to the café's mission as both a social enterprise and a hands-on training site. Working closely with the GM, Culinary & Café and Chef in Residence, the Line Cook assists with daily food production, catering preparation, kitchen organization, and student training. The ideal candidate is dependable, team-oriented, passionate about food, and committed to maintaining high culinary standards while supporting workforce development and community impact. Pay Range: $22 - $25 UP TO 26 HOURS PER WEEK; M-F Requirements Food Preparation & Production Prepare menu items according to standardized recipes, portion specifications, and presentation standards. Ensure consistent food quality, taste, and presentation for café and catering operations. Assist with daily food prep, batch cooking, and production for café service and special events. Maintain proper food rotation (FIFO), labeling, and storage procedures. Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties. Communicate product shortages, equipment issues, or food quality concerns promptly to management. Café Operations Support efficient back-of-house operations during café service. Maintain organized, clean, and fully stocked workstations throughout each shift. Work collaboratively with front-of-house staff to ensure timely, accurate service and an exceptional guest experience. Assist with stocking, replenishing, dishwashing, cleaning, and general café operations as needed. Support café operations in all areas as business needs require, including catering, events, food service, and other operational responsibilities. Maintain flexibility to assist in any area of café operations to ensure operational efficiency and outstanding customer service. Workforce Development Support Serve as a positive role model for culinary students participating in hands-on workforce training. Demonstrate proper food preparation techniques, kitchen organization, sanitation practices, and professionalism. Assist in training students on recipes, equipment operation, food safety, and industry best practices under the direction of leadership. Foster a welcoming, respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented learning environment. Model professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and hospitality standards at all times. Catering & Special Events Assist with food preparation for internal and external catering events. Help package, transport, set…