Experienced Line Cook - Vietnamese | Wok Skills Required
15 days ago
Syracuse
Job Description We are seeking an experienced Line Cook with a strong background in Vietnamese, Asian, or Southeast Asian cuisine to join a busy restaurant kitchen in North Syracuse, NY. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience preparing authentic Asian dishes, confidently working a wok station, and executing consistent, high-quality food in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a reliable, skilled cook who understands the flavors, ingredients, sauces, and techniques commonly used in Vietnamese cooking and can quickly learn the restaurant’s menu and execution standards. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and execute Vietnamese and Asian menu items with consistency and attention to detail, • Confidently operate a wok station during high-volume service, • Prepare noodle and rice dishes, proteins, vegetables, sauces, and broths, • Prepare Vietnamese staples, including bánh mì, spring rolls, and traditional dishes, • Execute high-heat wok cooking while maintaining speed, quality, and proper timing, • Complete daily prep, including cutting vegetables, portioning proteins, and preparing sauces and ingredients, • Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards, • Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked workstation, • Follow food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature-control procedures, • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service, • Restock ingredients and maintain readiness throughout busy service periods Ideal Candidate • Previous line cook experience in a restaurant kitchen required, • Vietnamese, Asian, or Southeast Asian cooking experience required, • Strong wok-cooking experience highly preferred, • Familiarity with Vietnamese ingredients, sauces, noodles, herbs, and traditional cooking techniques, • Strong knife skills and food-preparation abilities, • Experience handling high-volume service in a fast-paced environment, • Ability to maintain food quality, consistency, and speed during peak periods, • Reliable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team, • Willingness to learn recipes, menu specifications, and kitchen procedures\nCompany Description The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed. The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.