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 in a timely manner. The role helps maintain smooth kitchen service through stocking line stations, following food preparation and quality standards, and observing sanitation and health requirements. The Line Cook maintains kitchen work areas and equipment, assists with daily cleaning, reports maintenance needs to the Executive Chef, and follows departmental and restaurant policies. The position also involves working collaboratively with teammates and contributing to positive guest experiences.

Requirements

• Time management and organizational ability to support 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 food quality and presentation to guests in a timely manner.
• Stock and maintain sufficient food products at line stations to support smooth service.
• Follow provided item specifications for preparation, execution, and presentation.
• Consistently follow portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Prevent food spoilage and contamination through proper sanitation practices and compliance with policies and health regulations.
• Maintain a clean workstation, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat-top range, 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 and restaurant rules and regulations established in the Employee Handbook and by management.
• Build positive working relationships with teammates and contribute to guest experiences that encourage return visits.

What This Job Offers

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