Cook

R365hire; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Tavern Kitchen & Bar is seeking skilled line and prep cooks for a fast-paced, upscale kitchen environment. This scratch kitchen emphasizes teamwork, precision, and quality in every plate.

Qualified candidates bring knife skills, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work collaboratively while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Knife skills and food safety knowledge are essential.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.
• Attention to detail and quality control across prep and service.
• Strong organizational skills and time management in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients and stage for cooking.
• Cook food using various utensils or grillers.
• Execute dishes consistently, timely and as intended.

Skills

Knife skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Organization & time management

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Join The Tavern Kitchen & Bar – Where Passion Fuels the Plate

We’re looking for hospitality-driven team members who thrive in a fast-paced, upscale environment. The Tavern Kitchen & Bar is a scratch kitchen, looking for a skilled line and prep cook for food preparation and station management.

Applicable qualifications include: knife skills, ability to collaborate with a team, multi - tasking, knowledge of food safety, attention to detail and quality, good organizational and time management skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Execute all dishes consistently, timely, and as intended
• Ensure great plate presentation
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Presentable appearance aligned with dress code
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredient

Requirements

• Proven experience as cook
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Excellent Communication Skills

If you love great food and creating exceptional guest experiences, The Tavern is calling.