About Us:

An Australian neo-bistro with New York sensibility and global influences, Acru is the first restaurant from Chef/Partner Daniel Garwood (previously Sous Chef at the Michelin-starred Atomix), in partnership with NA:EUN Hospitality Group, which is behind some of New York and the world’s most renowned concepts including Atomix, Atoboy, and Naro.

Position Overview:

Acru is looking for Line Cooks to join our opening team. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic food and beverage professionals with endless curiosity and love for the restaurant industry, to learn and grow with our restaurant. 

Our Line Cooks will participate in our culinary program, providing excellence for our restaurant while demonstrating exemplary hospitality and culinary service to our guests. This is an ideal position for someone whose passion for food is matched by their deep commitment to hospitality. 

This position reports to the Restaurant Executive Chef and Sous Chef. We are offering $20-$22 an hour for this position. 

Line Cook responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Work and serve as key members of a talented and diverse culinary team and restaurant, preparing and executing the menu at the direction of Chefs with utmost quality and consistency.
• Learn and develop maximum proficiency with the various stations as assigned by Chefs, which includes preparing and cleaning stations properly, preparing stations for the following shift, stocking stations adequately for service, and communicating actively with Chefs and colleagues to facilitate a smooth and efficient kitchen.
• Display a working knowledge of all ingredients and preparation used on the menu and participate in a professionally run service - ensuring excellence in cooking, timing, plate assembly, and communication.
• Support other areas of the kitchen as needed, and be able and willing to assist teammates in the kitchen as needed.
• Be proactive and accommodate guest requests in the spirit of providing excellent service, cuisine, and hospitality to our guests.
• Maintain clean and organized workstation during each shift, while observing DOH guidelines at all times.

Qualified Line Cooks must be energetic, enthusiastic, and have a great attitude, as well as:

• At least 1 year of full-service cooking experience.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant food preparation, ingredients, and techniques.
• Genuine passion for cooking and restaurant hospitality.
• Highly organized, productive, and able to work meticulously in a professional work environment.
• Energetic and friendly personality, with strong willingness and ability to work as part of a cohesive team and to support colleagues.
• Willingness to take direction from Chefs, embrace change and innovation, and to learn and adapt to new systems, service steps and health and cleaning procedures.
• Broad and flexible availability to work – AM/PM service and/or prep/production.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 35lbs if necessary
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant