Cook II: Precision Prep in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

PERG online; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PERG online in Nashville, TN seeks a Cook 2 to prepare and cook food across multiple stations with minimal supervision. You will follow recipe cards, set up mise en place, and ensure timely, high-quality dishes while maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years as a line cook in a mid/high-end hotel or restaurant, and hold a valid food handler certification. The role emphasizes teamwork with Cook 1 and sous chefs in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience as a Line Cook in a 4/5 star hotel or restaurant.
• Intermediate culinary talent with steady performance under supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food and perform other related culinary functions.
• Demonstrate strong culinary skills and have intermediate level proficiency in Culinary functions.
• Maintain knowledge of traditional knife skills and apply them in the kitchen.
• Move/cover different stations following Omni standards and Chef standards.
• Execute soups and sauces with minimal supervision.
• Maintain understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Work with Cook 1 and sous chefs to set up and stock stations with supplies and prep lists.
• Set up workstation with mise en place, tools, equipment and supplies according to standards.
• Follow recipe cards and prep lists accurately.
• Complete opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment maintenance and safe usage.
• Ensure food comes out high quality, timely and consistent.

Skills

Intermediate Culinary Talent

Fast-paced environment

Work well under pressure

Job description

PERG online in Nashville, TN seeks a Cook 2 to prepare and cook food across multiple stations with minimal supervision. You will follow recipe cards, set up mise en place, and ensure timely, high-quality dishes while maintaining safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years as a line cook in a mid/high-end hotel or restaurant, and hold a valid food handler certification. The role emphasizes teamwork with Cook 1 and sous chefs in a fast-paced kitchen.