Creative Line Cook – Flexible Shifts & Menu Innovation

Shaner Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaner Hotels in Durham, NC, part of the Durham Marriott City Center team, is seeking a line cook to plan, prep, and execute menu items with precision and care. The role requires standing for long periods and maintaining sanitation across all kitchen areas.

Candidates should have proven line cook experience, strong attention to detail, and relevant culinary and food safety certifications. Join a dynamic team in a leading hospitality company known for excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook or relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification and food safety certification preferred.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition. Safe food handling certificate preferred.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding.
• Physical strength and stamina to spend long hours standing and performing repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prep, set up and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Line cook experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Culinary certification

Food safety certification

Sanitation knowledge

Baking techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certification

Food safety certification

Job description

Shaner Hotels in Durham, NC, part of the Durham Marriott City Center team, is seeking a line cook to plan, prep, and execute menu items with precision and care. The role requires standing for long periods and maintaining sanitation across all kitchen areas.

Candidates should have proven line cook experience, strong attention to detail, and relevant culinary and food safety certifications. Join a dynamic team in a leading hospitality company known for excellence.