Line Cook

Local Craft Brewery•Raleigh, NC

27d

About The Position

Line Cooks are central to the Crooked Hammock kitchen, preparing food guests return for and keeping service moving during busy periods. The role works across kitchen stations to prepare, cook, and plate menu items consistently and to established quality and presentation standards. Cooks learn recipes and menu expectations and collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure each dish is ready to serve. The position suits people who enjoy working with food, can thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, and understand the importance of teamwork. The job includes preparing and cooking menu items across stations such as grill, sauté, fry, and oven; preparing ingredients; maintaining stocked stations; following food-safety and sanitation procedures; keeping work areas and equipment clean; and supporting teammates and other stations as needed. The position starts at $18 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Must have a strong understanding of cooking methods and procedures and knife-handling skills.
Ability to perform tasks accurately, quickly, and with attention to detail.
Ability to read and follow cooking directions and other instructions related to the position.
Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
Organized, self-starting, and motivated work ethic.
Must be a team player.
Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of full-service restaurant kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
Work across assigned kitchen stations, including grill, sauté, fry, oven, and other cooking areas.
Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other ingredients using proper cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
Maintain the quality, consistency, and presentation of dishes.
Learn and maintain knowledge of menu items, recipes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Portion, season, marinate, bread, and prepare ingredients for service.
Follow plating and garnish standards.
Set up and stock assigned stations for service.
Monitor product levels and restock or communicate preparation needs before supplies run low.
Label, date, store, and rotate food products according to food-safety and quality standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation and follow food-safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
Communicate with fellow cooks, Expeditors, and kitchen leadership to move orders accurately and efficiently.
Stay organized and focused during high-volume service while maintaining quality and consistency.
Support other stations and teammates when needed.
Assist with food preparation and production during slower periods.
Clean and maintain cooking equipment, refrigeration, and work areas.
Complete assigned opening, closing, and cleaning responsibilities.
Work with the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly and provide food guests are excited to return for.
Represent Crooked Hammock Brewery with pride.

Benefits

Food, beverage, and retail discounts across La Vida Hospitality locations.
Growth and development opportunities, including ongoing training, coaching, mentorship, and pathways into leadership and salaried management roles.
Paid time off for eligible full-time hourly team members.
Benefits for eligible salaried team members.
Access to Celebrate Wellness, with free therapy and wellness resources for hospitality professionals.
Team parties, events, outings, travel experiences, and local lifestyle perks such as paddleboarding and kayaking.
Additional perks, experiences, and surprises.

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