Saute Cook

About Zingaro– Italian Restaurant and Bar

Italians are storytellers, and every great story is fueled by adventure. Zingaro—the traveler, the wanderer, the free spirit—is the perfect name to capture the essence of a restaurant that takes your guests on a journey across Italy, one dish at a time. A menu inspired by the roads less traveled, from the smoky flavors of Sicily to the earthy truffles of Umbria, to the rich, buttery pastas of Emilia-Romagna. Zingaro is about tasting it all, embracing the diverse, vibrant, and bold flavors that make Italy a culinary treasure. This name is more than a nod to the gypsy spirit—it's a celebration of culinary wanderlust, where each dish tells a tale of tradition and innovation. Just as the Zingaro roams freely, our restaurant invites you to embark on a sensory journey that captures the essence of Italy's diverse regions. Come for the vibe, stay for the food!

Partnership & Hiring Note: Zingaro is a partner restaurant of Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group. While we collaborate closely with the FVH team, all open positions are hired directly by Zingaro.

Duties

• Prepare all menu items assigned to the sauté station in accordance with recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
• Operate sauté pans, burners, and other kitchen equipment with precision and care.
• Maintain a clean and organized station at all times.
• Monitor food quality and freshness to ensure top-tier execution.
• Communicate clearly with other line cooks, prep cooks, and chefs to coordinate service.
• Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with prep work, receiving deliveries, and kitchen cleaning as needed.
• Follow all kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a sauté cook or in a similar line cook position.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques, especially sautéing.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Familiarity with kitchen safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification a plus).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

We strive to embrace what makes each one of us unique; we each have our own story, and there is only one YOU. We believe that celebrating and embracing this philosophy makes for a better world! Whether looking at our current staff or future team members, we believe that everyone has something to offer, and our employment practices reflect that. Whether by mandate or not, we never have and never will make our employment decision based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are passionate about food and hospitality, we may be the place for you!