Culinary Line Cook — Fast-Paced, Guest-First Kitchen

emergemarket.com; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

EAP access

Restaurant dining discounts

Job summary

Bottleneck Management’s Fort Worth location is seeking a Line Cook who can follow recipes, prep and finish dishes, and help maintain par levels. You will work with BOH/FOH in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring safety and quality while contributing to a genuine hospitality experience.

The role requires good knife skills, adherence to health codes, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment. Compensation is discussed on the Careers Page; benefits include dining discounts and a supportive team

Qualifications

• Previous prep and cooking experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced work environment.
• Good judgment skills and adaptive attitude.
• Must have all required food/alcohol certifications as designated by location

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and procedures to prepare assigned sauces and food items according to prep lists and par guidelines.
• Comply with all health code requirements.
• Use knives correctly with a cut glove for safety and accuracy.
• Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants.
• Inspect and clean food preparation areas and equipment to ensure safe and sanitary practices.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely according to position and OSHA regulations.
• Contribute to a positive guest experience by exceeding expectations; store, receive, stock and rotate food per company standards.
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperatures by regulating ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Rotate stock and check freshness; portion, arrange, garnish, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
• Observe and test foods to determine doneness by tasting, smelling, or piercing with utensils.
• Follow food allergy procedures and accommodate special orders as required.
• Work closely with BOH and FOH teams in a fast-paced environment while performing time‑constrained tasks.
• Assist other cooks during high volume when needed.
• Other functions as assigned by management.

Skills

Cooking prep

Team collaboration

Judgment/Adaptability

Education

Food/Alcohol certifications (as designated by location)

Job description

Bottleneck Management’s Fort Worth location is seeking a Line Cook who can follow recipes, prep and finish dishes, and help maintain par levels. You will work with BOH/FOH in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring safety and quality while contributing to a genuine hospitality experience.

The role requires good knife skills, adherence to health codes, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment. Compensation is discussed on the Careers Page; benefits include dining discounts and a supportive team