Line Cook

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants • Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

The Line Cook prepares and presents quality dishes according to restaurant specifications while supporting timely, smooth service. The role maintains food products and a clean, sanitary kitchen, follows portion, cooking, quality, and safety standards, and contributes to a positive guest experience. The Line Cook works collaboratively with teammates, represents the restaurant to guests, and reports maintenance or repair needs to the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• Two years of previous experience in a restaurant and/or culinary setting in a high-volume, full-service restaurant is preferred.
• Time-management and organizational ability for high-quality food production.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction or supervision.
• Food Handler Certification, if applicable.
• Training in knife skills and basic kitchen equipment usage.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish positive rapport with people with varied personalities.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of previous restaurant and/or culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent-quality food with proper presentation to guests in a timely manner.
• Stock and maintain sufficient food products at line stations for smooth service.
• Follow provided item specifications for food preparation, execution, and presentation.
• Consistently follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Prevent food spoilage and contamination through proper sanitation and compliance with policies and health regulations.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen equipment clean, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection ovens, flat-top ranges, and refrigeration equipment.
• Assist with daily cleaning of the pantry, cooking line, prep kitchen, dish area, stairs, walk-in, and prep area.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to the Executive Chef.
• Follow departmental policies, restaurant rules, and regulations in the Employee Handbook and as directed by management.
• Build sound working relationships with teammates and develop relationships with guests that encourage them to return.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed