Dry Dock | Hiring Line Cooks - Start Immediately!
About The Position
The Dry Dock is making a comeback in Portland’s vibrant Old Port, and we’re looking for passionate and dynamic Cooks to join our team! Newly reopened in the summer of 2025, this beloved waterfront spot operated by the Luke’s Lobster team has been revitalized under the leadership of Chef Matt Ginn, “Chopped Champion” and formerly of Evo and Twelve. This is your chance to be part of an exciting new chapter, working alongside a talented team to bring the iconic Dry Dock back to life with a fresh and revitalized twist. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and are ready to make your mark on a brand-new restaurant, we want to hear from you! We are seeking Culinary Professionals who are excited to be part of a brand-new opening! Ideal candidates will have experience with new restaurant openings and are eager to help shape a high-volume, multi-floor restaurant with expansive outdoor decks, and a raw bar program. We’re looking for someone with a balanced approach to maintaining high quality standards. If you’re passionate about cooking and being a part of a career oriented team this could be a great opportunity for you and a job with lots of room for growth.
Requirements
- Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
- Excellent organizational skills
- Enjoyment of a fast-paced work environment
- Flexibility to work during evenings and weekends
- Ability to handle shellfish / tolerate exposure to shellfish allergen (required)
- A GOOD attitude and a “team player” mentality
Nice To Haves
- experience with new restaurant openings
- eager to help shape a high-volume, multi-floor restaurant with expansive outdoor decks, and a raw bar program
- balanced approach to maintaining high quality standards
- passionate about cooking and being a part of a career oriented team
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute menu items across multiple stations with consistency, accuracy, and attention to quality
- Collaboratively work and contribute to food preparation and technique
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards throughout all prep and service tasks
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station or work area
- Support kitchen flow by assisting teammates and adapting to shifting needs
- Properly handle, clean, and store equipment, tools, and ingredients
- Work with a team for shared accountability for quality standards
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance on a national PPO network with company premium contributions after one month of full-time
- Access to an Health Savings Account (HSA) and supplemental insurance policies (Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance) if full-time
- Low-asset fee 401k retirement plan after one month
- Accrued Maine Earned Leave
- Employee Discounts
- Casual dress code and environment
- Opportunities for advancement in a growing company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
