Breakfast Line Cook — Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Kitchen

Mainsail Lodging & Development; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainsail Lodging & Development is seeking an energetic Line Cook to support multiple F&B outlets. You’ll handle daily kitchen prep, assist chefs during service, and ensure accuracy in plating per specifications.

The role requires reliability, strong communication, and a collaborative attitude in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have at least two years of kitchen experience, a ServSafe certificate or ability to obtain one, and a High School diploma or higher.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Knowledge of recipes and cuisines; ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal; follow-through on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic vegetable and sauce preparation and minor butchery.
• Work as line cook during meal periods under chefs’ supervision.
• Prepare ingredients daily for menus and specials.
• Plate dishes per chef’s specifications and monitor inventory.
• Maintain clean, organized station and rotate prep as needed.
• Assist in stocking and organizing coolers and food storage areas.
• Support fellow cooks during busy service periods.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and help with dishwashing as needed.
• Take on other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Ownership mindset

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Mainsail Lodging & Development is seeking an energetic Line Cook to support multiple F&B outlets. You’ll handle daily kitchen prep, assist chefs during service, and ensure accuracy in plating per specifications.

The role requires reliability, strong communication, and a collaborative attitude in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have at least two years of kitchen experience, a ServSafe certificate or ability to obtain one, and a High School diploma or higher.