Cook

Moliar Hospitality; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food and beverage sector is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards of taste and presentation. With a focus on teamwork and safety, you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. Enjoy perks like discounted meals, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career advancement. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and a desire to grow within a dynamic organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

50% off employee meals during shifts

25% off at other locations

Flexible scheduling

Healthcare benefits

Opportunities for promotion

Free employee T-shirt

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a similar role.
• Food Handlers certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Cooking raw and prepared foods to order.
• Setting up and breaking down station areas.
• Following food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking Skills

Knowledge of Kitchen Equipment

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Schooling

Job description

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Moliar Hospitality Group is a locally owned and operated food and beverage organization focused on enriching the lives of our guests, employees, and owners. We achieve this through superior quality food and beverages, excellent customer service, sales growth, cost management, and treating our employees like family. Our success depends on creating and retaining a staff capable of delivering an exceptional dining experience every time.

We currently own and operate 5 establishments: Calypso Bar and Grill, Repeal Bourbon and Burgers, and 3 Hair of the Dog Eatery’s (Downtown Granby, Hampton BLVD across from ODU, and Loehmann’s Plaza in Virginia Beach).

The line cook is responsible for preparing high-quality food in a timely, sanitary, and consistent manner. The role requires working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining organization, safety procedures, and teamwork. The candidate should be comfortable working in a high heat kitchen environment.

Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent helpful but not required.
• Previous culinary schooling is beneficial.
• At least two years of experience in a similar role.
• Food Handlers certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Minimum of 4 days of open availability.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Organizational and multitasking skills.
• Physical ability to reach, bend, squat, and lift.
• Capacity to withstand exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures, humidity, and cold.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Cooking raw and prepared foods to order.
• Setting up and breaking down station areas.
• Preparing dish components using standardized recipes.
• Cleaning and maintaining refrigerators and storage areas.
• Taking inventory and restocking supplies.
• Communicating with team members to ensure quality and timely service.
• Following food safety, temperature, and sanitation standards.
• Properly rotating perishable items.
• Maintaining a professional appearance.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the Chef or Supervisor.

Benefits

• 50% off employee meals during shifts.
• 25% off at other locations and days.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Opportunities for promotion.
• Free employee T-shirt.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services