Line Cook

The Colonial Inn • Hillsborough, NC

2h • $17 - $20

About The Position

S&L Hospitality is seeking a Line and Prep Cook to follow the restaurant menu and food health and safety procedures. The ideal candidate has prior back-of-house experience, preferably as a prep and line cook; can work independently; is self-motivated and detail-oriented; has a passion for food; and can work within the restaurant’s operating hours. The role involves setting up and maintaining a workstation, preparing ingredients, ensuring proper presentation, and keeping the kitchen clean and safe. Employment is subject to successful completion of a background check related to the role’s responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age, or meet the minimum age to work in a kitchen environment under applicable state and local laws.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 70 pounds, and 15 pounds frequently.
• Flexible schedule to meet business needs.
• Detail-oriented and able to focus on maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Ability to maintain a composed, approachable, and professional attitude.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform frequent repetitive motions.
• Ability to grasp and hold knives, utensils, and equipment with proper hand positioning; feel ingredient temperature and texture; and maintain sensitivity to weight, balance, and surface conditions during preparation and service.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospitality or food service experience is preferred.
• Prior back-of-house experience, preferably prep and line cook experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up the workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients using proper techniques and utensils.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and that orders meet guest expectations.
• Follow and practice food health and safety policies and procedures.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen environment sanitized and orderly.
• Check ingredient quality and restock and replenish the station as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility after six months of service, with company match.
• Flexible scheduling.
• On-the-job training.
• Paid time off accruing from the first day.
• Holiday pay when working designated company holidays.
• Growth and development opportunities within the company, including potentially at the same property or another property.
• Travel discounts through hotel brands in the company’s portfolio.
• For regular full-time team members and leadership: medical, dental, and vision insurance, with opportunities to enroll in short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and life insurance, as well as flexible spending.

What This Job Offers

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