Bilingual Line Cook

Goodwin Recruiting; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-Day Workweek

No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off (7 days to start)

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is partnering with an established organization in Palmetto, FL to hire a Bilingual Line Cook (English/Spanish) for a new 36-foot food truck featuring Hispanic-inspired cuisine. You will work with a dedicated Food Truck Manager to deliver great food and memorable guest experiences.

Ideal candidates bring culinary talent, a positive attitude, and a passion for hospitality. Expect collaboration, growth, and a calendar with a four-day workweek and no nights, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience in restaurant or food truck settings.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and knowledge of sanitation standards.
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a passion for hospitality.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh menu items with consistent quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with the Food Truck Manager on daily operations and menu development.
• Provide exceptional guest service and handle orders and transactions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and opening/closing procedures.
• Support events and catering as needed and contribute ideas for growth.
• Work efficiently in a small, fast-paced kitchen and team environment.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Line cook experience

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

Love Cooking? Love People? Enjoy Your Weekends Off?

Goodwin Recruiting is partnering with an established, highly respected organization in the Palmetto area to find an experienced Bilingual Line Cook (English/Spanish) for an exciting new food truck concept!

This is not your typical line cook opportunity. You'll be part of launching a brand-new, 36-foot food truck featuring Hispanic-inspired cuisine, working alongside a dedicated food truck manager to deliver exceptional food and memorable guest experiences.

We're looking for someone who brings culinary talent, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for hospitality. If you enjoy preparing great food, connecting with guests, and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook fresh, flavorful menu items while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Work alongside the Food Truck Manager to support daily operations and menu development.
• Provide exceptional, friendly customer service to guests at all levels of the organization.
• Take orders, process transactions, and serve food and beverages.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe kitchen environment.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory, stocking, opening, and closing procedures.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, close-knit kitchen environment.
• Support special events and catering functions as needed.
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm as the new food truck concept grows.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant and/or food truck environment (fast-food-only experience does not qualify).
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• A friendly, outgoing personality with a passion for exceptional customer service.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and maintain quality during busy service periods.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively in a small kitchen environment.
• Dependability, initiative, and a strong work ethic.
• Experience preparing Hispanic or Latin-inspired cuisine is a plus.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Four-Day Workweek: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Thursday schedule.
• No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays: A rare opportunity for better work-life balance in the culinary industry.
• Health Benefits: Benefits available to eligible employees.
• Paid Time Off: Start with 7 days of PTO.##}
• Exciting New Concept: Be part of launching and growing a brand-new food truck.
• Creative Collaboration: Work directly with the Food Truck Manager and contribute to menu development.
• People-First Environment: Join a collaborative organization that values hospitality, teamwork, accountability, and growth.

Ready for Something Different?

If you're an experienced bilingual cook who loves great food, enjoys interacting with people, and wants a culinary career with a schedule that allows you to enjoy your life outside the kitchen, we want to hear from you!