Line Cook

Trailborn Hotel Management • Highlands, NC

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About The Position

As a Line Cook, you will work closely with the back-of-house team to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and on time. Cooks are key members of the culinary team and are responsible for sending dishes to customers correctly and efficiently. The role calls for a willingness to learn, the ability to keep up with business demand, and a team-oriented approach. The ideal candidate has a passion for culinary excellence and can thrive in a fast-paced environment while helping deliver an exceptional dining experience to guests.

Requirements

• Experience in the culinary field.
• Two years of sauté and grill cook experience required.
• Passion for cooking, creativity, and strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality, teamwork, and a positive work ethic.
• Apply culinary techniques and knowledge of food safety and sanitation to prepare high-quality dishes.
• Prepare meals efficiently and on time in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve kitchen goals.
• Stay organized and prioritize tasks to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of 8–10 hours per shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and navigate tight spaces.
• Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for food preparation.
• Work effectively in a hot, fast-paced environment near ovens and stoves.
• Read recipes and monitor food quality with visual accuracy.
• Communicate clearly with team members and sustain physical stamina for long, high-pressure shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Food Handler’s Certification or equivalent.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the menu, ingredients, and preparation methods.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Read, measure, and execute recipes accurately.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and attention to detail in all food prepared.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members to coordinate service.
• Assist other team members with cooking and preparation as needed to meet service demands.
• Contribute to a positive, cooperative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match, available to part-time employees.
• Sick time, available to part-time employees.
• Employee dining discounts, available to part-time employees.
• Employee marketplace discounts, available to part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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