Dinner Kitchen Worker- de Lazy Lizard

de Lazy Lizard; Ocean City (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

de Lazy Lizard in Ocean City, Maryland is looking for a Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team. This position involves working nighttime shifts and requires a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and ability to thrive under pressure.

As a Cook, you will prepare menu items, maintain food safety standards, and work collaboratively within a dynamic team. Whether you're experienced or looking to start in the kitchen, if you're dependable and detail-oriented, we want you!

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods in hot conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry 25+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Execute assigned stations with speed during service.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment

Strong sense of urgency

Ability to multitask under pressure

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Basic understanding of food safety practices

Job description

Description

This position works nighttime shifts scheduled between 4:00 PM and 12:00 AM, with flexible start times depending on volume and scheduling needs.

At de Lazy Lizard, our cooks are the heartbeat of the kitchen — bringing island flavor, consistency, and speed to a high-volume waterfront environment. This isn’t just a back-of-house job. It’s a fast-paced, team-driven role that fuels the entire guest experience for our 750 guests we seat at one time.

Our kitchen runs with urgency, organization, and pride. We serve families, locals, and vacation crowds all season long — and every plate that leaves the window represents our brand. The Cook is responsible for preparing and executing menu items according to established recipes, cook times, and presentation standards. You will work assigned stations while ensuring food leaves the window hot, accurate, and timely — even during peak rushes. Cooks are expected to maintain a clean and organized station, manage ticket flow efficiently, communicate clearly with the team, and uphold all health department and food safety standards at all times. Successful cooks at de Lazy Lizard stay calm under pressure, move with purpose, and take pride in delivering consistent, high-quality food. Ideal candidates are dependable, coachable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in high-heat, high-energy conditions.

If you’re ready to step onto the line, bring the heat, and keep the island running — we’re ready for you.

Requirements

Prior kitchen experience is not required, but preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to multitask under pressure
• Willingness to learn and follow standardized recipes and procedures
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in hot kitchen conditions
• Ability to lift and carry 25+ pounds
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Prepare and cook menu items according to de Lazy Lizard recipes, portion standards, and plating guidelines
• Execute assigned stations with speed and accuracy during high-volume service
• Maintain strong ticket awareness and prioritize orders to ensure timely food execution
• Communicate clearly with kitchen team members, expo, and management during service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation at all times
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products following FIFO standards
• Assist with daily prep tasks and opening/closing kitchen procedures
• Monitor food quality and notify leadership of any issues immediately
• Minimize waste and handle products responsibly to support cost control
• Maintain professional kitchen conduct and support a positive team environment