Job Details

The Eliza Jane Cook

Both a step back in time and an experience of modern style and luxury, The Eliza Jane sits at the crossroads of New Orleans' culture and industry. Mirroring the unique diversity and divergent character of our city, this is a place where centuries-old history has bred an unmistakable spirit.

The Cook will prepare meals to follow established recipes. They will cook dishes that will delight our customers with their taste and timely delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team to ensure that the workspace is running efficiently and effectively
• Set up, cleaning and organizing workstation
• Prepare ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
• Cook orders according to food health and safety procedures
• Recommend ideas for specials or seasonal dishes
• Handle multiple food orders simultaneously
• Adhere to all safety and cleanliness standards
• Adhere to Makeready's Guiding Principles Additional duties and assignments as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience as a Cook highly preferred
• Able to handle making multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining efficiency and quality
• Required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle/feel/work with objects & tools
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds related to inventory
• Must be able to adeptly smell and taste food and beverages to judge quality
• Adhere to Makeready & property policies and procedures as defined

At Makeready we seek to hire the best. Team members of high character and humility with genuine passion and aptitude for hospitality. People who choose to be in hospitality because they have an open and generous nature and see to make guests happy. We are a group of people who are proud of the work we do. Caring leaders, perfectionist chefs, intelligent creatives, generous hosts, meticulous operators, inspiring teachers, tireless doers, and all-around devotees of hospitality.

We create value by empowering the team. We encourage our teams to stretch their thinking, move beyond their comfort zone and achieve their full potential. By providing a platform of support service, like the best in technology, finance resources, talent development, marketing, and communication support, we allow them to focus on the heart of their business – hospitality and people. We are passionate about people and attract, develop, and retain the best in hospitality. We thoughtfully seek out and groom talent, both within our company and outside, by promoting from within, developing a culture of growth and learning and partnering with the local community.

Requested Capabilities:

• At least 1+ years of related professional cooking experience
• Experience with commercial restaurant cooking equipment
• Ability to follow sanitation and cleanliness procedures
• Culinary degree or related restaurant experience is preferred
• Great communication skills with both front and back of the house
• Handle a fast-paced cooking environment with ease

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority. We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.

Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Job Close Date 7/30/26 or until filled.