South Slope Taproom Line Cook

Burial Beer•Asheville, NC

1d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Burial Beer Co. is seeking a service-oriented team player to join their Back of House team at their original Asheville taproom. The role involves food preparation, menu execution, maintaining a clean and organized workspace and kitchen, kitchen equipment maintenance, and receiving and stocking vendor deliveries. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with local purveyors, utilizing seasonal ingredients, have a commitment to quality, and be willing to work on various side projects. A professional and respectful team-working ability is essential.

Requirements

At least 1 year cooking experience
Must be at least 21 years or older
Ability to work as part of a team
Strong organization and active listening skills
Able to work nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Ability to move quickly and safely in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Ability to work well in small spaces
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead frequently
Ability to work in hot, cold, and humid environments (kitchen line, walk-in cooler, freezer)
Ability to safely use commercial kitchen equipment including knives, slicers, ovens, grills, and mixers
Manual dexterity to handle small tools and detailed prep tasks

Nice To Haves

Adjusts quickly to changing service demands, pace shifts, or special events.
Seeks clarification when needed, shows initiative in anticipating tasks, and responds to challenges with flexibility and composure.
Looks for opportunities to expand skill sets by learning new prep tasks, mastering different stations, and seeking feedback to improve overall performance.
Executes recipes, plating, and portioning with consistency and accuracy.
Maintains high standards for presentation and quality while ensuring stock and station organization are well managed.
Maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary station throughout service.
Adheres to food safety and equipment safety protocols, while contributing to a safe and professional kitchen environment.
Demonstrates reliability in attendance and punctuality.
Works efficiently under pressure, manages prep and service tasks within required timelines, and communicates proactively when adjustments are needed.
Identifies and addresses issues before they escalate, particularly in fast-paced or high-volume settings.
Demonstrates resourcefulness in finding solutions and supporting smooth service.
Builds positive connections with coworkers, FOH staff, and other departments.
Contributes to a respectful and collaborative team culture and communicates clearly to support cohesion across the company.
Upholds Burial’s standards with honesty, accountability, and consistency.
Models professionalism in both work output and interpersonal interactions, reflecting the company’s core values daily.

Responsibilities

Prep and plate food according to the Kitchen Managers’ menu specifications
Execute menu items
Manage cleanliness of kitchen
Manage maintenance needs of kitchen equipment
Receive and organize deliveries from vendors
Daily trash and recycling removal to dumpsters
Maintain a clean and organized workspace
Work towards minimizing food and supply waste
Observe and follow directives for portion control and quality
Maintain professional and productive relationship with all employees of the company
Lead by example while aiding other staff members to accomplish tasks / duties
Flip / re-stock the line at the beginning and end of shifts
Report to management when issues arise
Make complete nightly cleaning and prep lists and communicate with management
Uphold standards of food quality