Cook

The Good Table; Cape Elizabeth (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Seasonal employment

Opportunities for growth

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Job summary

The Good Table in Cape Elizabeth is seeking a skilled Pizza Line Cook to thrive in a focused, efficient kitchen. This role focuses on a smaller menu, with freshly built pizzas and salads made from quality ingredients, demanding attention to detail and pride in craft.

Join a fast-paced team within The Prentice Hospitality Group, offering seasonal employment, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for growth in a beautiful Maine setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of kitchen or food prep experience.
• Calm and efficient under pressure during a rush.
• Strong attention to detail and portion consistency.
• A genuine respect for good ingredients and clean technique.
• Reliable, punctual, and a solid team player.
• ServSafe or food handler certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble menu items to order — pizzas andsalads
• Execute orders accurately and efficiently, maintaining quality and consistency throughout service
• Complete daily prep work — slicing, portioning, saucing, and stocking stations before service begins
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature guidelines — food safety is non-negotiable
• Keep your station clean, organized, and ready — before, during, and at the close of every shift
• Monitor inventory, flag low stock, and help minimize waste through smart prep and rotation
• Communicate clearly with front-of-house during service to keep things running smoothly

Skills

Food prep experience

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Respect for ingredients

Reliable and punctual

ServSafe

Job description

About The Good Table

The Good Table is a restaurant in the heart of Cape Elizabeth — a place to slow down, catch up, and eat something made with care. We serve Bard Coffee, pizzas made to order, and a rotating selection of pastries alongside grab-and-go options for when you're on the move.

Part of thePrentice Hospitality Group,The Good Table reflects the same commitment to genuine hospitality and quality that the group is known for — just in a quicker fashion.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a skilled, dependablePizza Line Cookwho thrives in a focused, efficient kitchen environment. This isn’t a full line cook position — it’s about doing a smaller menu exceptionally well. Think freshly built pizzas and salads made with quality ingredients and real attention to detail. If you take pride in your craft and can move with purpose during a busy service, we’d love to have you on the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and assemble menu items to order — pizzas andsalads
• Execute orders accurately and efficiently, maintaining quality and consistency throughout service
• Complete daily prep work — slicing, portioning, saucing, and stocking stations before service begins
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and temperature guidelines — food safety is non-negotiable
• Keep your station clean, organized, and ready — before, during, and at the close of every shift
• Monitor inventory, flag low stock, and help minimize waste through smart prep and rotation
• Communicate clearly with front-of-house during service to keep things running smoothly

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of kitchen or food prep experience
• Calm and efficient under pressure during a rush
• Strong attention to detail and portion consistency
• A genuine respect for good ingredients and clean technique
• Reliable, punctual, and a solid team player
• ServSafe or food handler certification a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Seasonal employment in a beautiful setting
• Opportunities for growth within Prentice Hospitality Group
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Why Join Us

At PHG, our work is guided by three core pillars:A Culinary Lens, Modern Service with Classic Values, and A Sense of Place.Food is our anchor — rooted in the terroir of Maine and executed with intention, discipline, and respect for craft. We deliver hospitality that is best in class, relationship-driven, and grounded in professionalism and care.

Our values —Expert, Nimble, Ambitious, Inclusive, and Timeless— shape how we operate every day. We bring deep expertise to our craft, move with agility, strive for excellence, foster welcoming environments for all, and build concepts designed to endure. Each of our restaurants is connected to its neighborhood and community, contributing meaningfully to Maine’s evolving hospitality landscape while creating lasting value for our guests and our teams.

We’re excited to meet passionate, dedicated individuals who want to grow with us.