Cook

Miskiri Hospitality Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling

Growth and advancement opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Employee meal discounts

Job summary

Miskiri Hospitality Group is seeking dependable Line Cooks to join our growing culinary team in Baltimore, MD. You will prepare and cook menu items, set up stations, maintain cleanliness, and follow strict food-safety guidelines to ensure high-quality meals for guests.

Ideal candidates bring experience in line cooking or prep, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive under high-volume service, with flexible availability including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience as line cook or prep cook in a restaurant setting.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Able to follow recipes and standardized procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Culinary training is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Set up and stock workstations with ingredients and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow food safety and health guidelines.
• Label, date, rotate, and store food products.
• Monitor quality, freshness, and portion accuracy.
• Communicate with chefs and kitchen team during service.
• Assist with prep, deliveries, and inventory as needed.
• Clean equipment and handle opening/closing duties.
• Work efficiently during high-volume periods with attention to detail.

Skills

Line cook experience

Fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Following recipes

Teamwork & communication

Attendance & punctuality

Flexible evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Culinary training (preferred)

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team

We are looking for dependable, passionate, and hardworking Line Cooks to join our growing team. If you thrive in a fast paced kitchen, take pride in preparing high quality food, and enjoy working with a supportive team, we would love to meet you.

Our Line Cooks play a critical role in delivering exceptional food and ensuring every guest receives a consistently outstanding dining experience.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Set up and stock workstations with all necessary ingredients and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout each shift.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department guidelines.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and portion consistency.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow kitchen team members during service.
• Assist with prep work, receiving deliveries, and inventory as needed.
• Clean kitchen equipment and complete opening, closing, and side work duties.
• Work efficiently during high volume meal periods while maintaining attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook, prep cook, or restaurant kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and standardized procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary training is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and work safely around hot equipment and sharp tools.
• Ability to work in varying kitchen temperatures.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee meal discounts (where applicable)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all team members.