Line Cook Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the kitchen for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-heat environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in a busy kitchen is preferred, but we are happy to train the right person.
• ServSafe certification is preferred or can be obtained upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to Hometown recipes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Maintain awareness of ticket flow and prepare orders within expected service times.
• Keep your station clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service.
• Rotate stations and support other kitchen areas as business needs require.
• Follow recipes, portion standards, and preparation procedures carefully.
• Ensure food is cooked, assembled, and presented according to Hometown standards.
• Communicate product quality concerns or operational issues to kitchen leadership.
• Maintain consistency from one order to the next.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.
• Practice proper FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Follow proper procedures for equipment use and safe food handling.
• Work closely with teammates and kitchen leadership to keep service moving.
• Communicate clearly and professionally during prep and service.
• Step in to support teammates during busy periods.
• Help create a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Follow portion control standards to help minimize waste and manage food costs.
• Use ingredients and supplies responsibly.
• Communicate low inventory, product concerns, or prep needs to leadership.

Benefits

• Employee Meal & Employee Discount Benefits
• Paid Breaks
• 401(k)
• Great Work-Life Balance - No late nights, our cafes close at 5pm
• Paid Leave and Sick Leave
• Health Insurance offered to all regular full-time employees
• Growth and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment