Line Cook - Denver

F1 Arcade • Denver, CO

12d

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares and cooks menu items to brand standards, following recipes and plating guidelines to deliver consistent food quality, presentation, and timing during service. The role supports an exceptional guest dining experience through accuracy, speed, and attention to taste.

The Line Cook contributes to a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen by communicating clearly, following station responsibilities, and helping maintain an organized and respectful working environment. Duties include daily preparation, receiving deliveries, storing and rotating stock, portioning ingredients accurately, minimizing waste, completing prep lists, labeling items, and caring for equipment. The role also requires following food safety and hygiene procedures and keeping the workstation clean and service-ready.

The position requires 1–2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen and a solid foundation in food preparation, cooking techniques, presentation, prep, service, and station management. Food safety certification such as ServSafe is a plus. Team members must be able to meet the stated physical requirements of working in an F1 Arcade venue.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• A solid understanding of food preparation, service, and station management.
• Strong foundation in cooking techniques and food presentation, with a focus on consistency, accuracy, and quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen team with reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow portioning and preparation guidelines, stay organized during busy periods, and support cost control and waste reduction.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Ability to assist with preparation, stock rotation, and maintaining a clean and orderly workstation.
• Clear communication with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate F1 Arcade Core Values: Pursuit of Excellence, Positive Energy, Integrity, and Team Spirit.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the venue, including lifting up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds as required; standing and walking for extended periods; frequent twisting, reaching, and hand washing; and working in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Ability to communicate with guests and team members and use handheld and desktop devices.

Nice To Haves

• Food safety certification, such as ServSafe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to brand standards, ensuring taste, presentation, and timing meet expectations during service.
• Follow recipes, plating guidelines, portioning standards, and prep guidelines to maintain consistency and quality.
• Stay organized during preparation and service, follow station responsibilities, and communicate clearly to support efficient workflows.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to support timely, high-quality food delivery and guest satisfaction.
• Assist with receiving deliveries, rotating stock, and maintaining organized ingredient storage.
• Reduce waste by portioning accurately and using ingredients efficiently.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Assist with prep lists, labeling, equipment care, and other daily kitchen needs.
• Contribute to a supportive kitchen culture by being dependable, coachable, professional, and willing to learn.

What This Job Offers

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