Saks Fifth Avenue Line Cook
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $22.03–27.54/hour
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
About Saks Fifth Avenue
Saks Fifth Avenue is a premier luxury department store and a cornerstone of the Saks Global portfolio. Renowned for a carefully curated assortment of designer fashion and high-touch client service, the brand blends immersive in-store experiences with an elevated digital offering across its North American locations.
Cook position at Saks Fifth Avenue's L'Avenue restaurant in New York; $22.03–$27.54/hr, full-time with benefits.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present daily menu items and specialized orders efficiently, adhering to recipe specifications, portion controls, and presentation guidelines
- Conduct daily prep work and station setup; coordinate with culinary supervisor regarding menu counts, build-to sheets, and special guest requests
- Maintain smooth, timely flow of food orders through clear and professional communication with line cooks and front-of-house staff
- Double-check and verify all special orders and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety and satisfaction
- Close, clean, and sanitize the station according to strict health codes; organize ingredients and prep lists for subsequent service
- Track and control daily and weekly station inventories to minimize food waste and optimize cost-to-profit ratios
- Use production and order sheets to maintain awareness of product costs and prevent over-preparation
- Monitor ingredient levels and proactively communicate order shortages or supply needs to head cook or culinary supervisor
- Uphold all Health and Sanitation standards established by Saks Global, local Health Department, and third-party auditors
- Maintain an immaculate, safe, and organized workstation throughout service to protect food integrity
- Inspect kitchen equipment daily and immediately report technical malfunctions to management
- Arrive on time, fully uniformed and prepared with necessary tools; exercise integrity with time tracking and coordinate meal breaks with kitchen team
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a line cook, prep cook, or commis chef in a high-volume, premium, or upscale dining kitchen environment
- Solid foundational knowledge of culinary terminology, knife skills, cooking techniques, and food safety protocols
- Ability to work autonomously on a designated station while maintaining high motivation and results-driven focus
- Strong collaborative mindset with commitment to collective kitchen success
- Physical capability to sustain extended standing on the line, bending, working in high-temperature environments, climbing stairs, and lifting or carrying up to 35 pounds
- Willingness to work flexible schedules tailored to premium hospitality business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
Skills
Experience
Proven experience as a line cook, prep cook, or commis chef in a high-volume, premium, or upscale dining kitchen environment is required.
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 22.03 to USD 27.54 per hour.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees including medical, vision, and dental coverage; employee discount.
Culture
Saks Fifth Avenue emphasizes a high‑standard, client‑centric retail culture that fuses creative visual storytelling with commercial rigor. The environment rewards initiative and offers cross‑functional career mobility across retail, digital and corporate disciplines within the Saks Global portfolio.
About Cerulean
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