Cook

Our teams are the intuitive force behind Aparium’s distinct experiences. If you’re driven by a passion for genuine hospitality and the list below sounds like you, we invite you to explore opportunities to contribute to our collective.

Driven by excellence, always learning and growing.

Possessing a deep connection to the place you call home.

Recognizing that diverse talents and perspectives enrich our community.

We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team.

We are committed to impartial practices and fair opportunities for all to thrive.

We ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their authentic self.

That’s why our benefits are designed to support your whole self—at work and in life—so you can grow, thrive, and feel inspired every day.

This overview highlights many of the benefits we offer, though specific offerings and eligibility may vary based on your employment status.

Join a team where your personality and passion are part of the experience.

COOK 1
Reports to Sous Chef; position is non-exempt

THE ROLE

As a Cook 1, this position collaborates closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs in developing and executing scratch-made dishes and recipes. It is critical you are someone who continually hones your craft and demonstrates moderate knowledge of culinary techniques, skill, discipline, and ingredient knowledge. You are task-oriented, list-driven, and a focused individual who is comfortable working alongside your colleagues under the direction of the Chef.

Our culinary team members are expected to respect themselves, guests, and each other, always. Collaboration, humility, and open-mindedness are essential, with no room for personal egos.

WHAT S IN IT FOR YOU

• $28.50 hourly rate plus tips
• Paid Vacation, Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid time off to volunteer for the causes you care about in your community
• Strong sense of belonging through diversity, equity, and inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character, driving collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality
• Collaborate with culinary leadership, demonstrating a united front as a team
• Work in an organized fashion with the utmost respect for your ingredients, equipment, and workspace
• Take pride in the food you prepare for guests, adhering to thoughtfully created recipes, presentation standards, and guest preferences
• Possess a basic understanding of culinary skills, striving to learn more through the constant scientific study of your craft
• Actively participate in daily line ups and all staff meetings, maintaining a transparent dialogue among the team to voice ideas and concerns
• Actively participate in feedback sessions with culinary leadership to further develop your skillset
• Observe conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the culinary operation, reporting anything substandard to the Chef, Sous Chefs, and/or engineering department to make corrections and improvements as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love culinary arts
• Skills Needed: sauté, fry, grill, blanch, roast, basic sauce and dressings making, knowledge of knife cuts, understand culinary terminology, and follow a recipe, knife sharpening skills, etc.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a seasoned line cook or higher in a range of cuisines
• Demonstrates knowledge of food safety guidelines, set up and break down of assigned stations,…