Experienced Line Cook

Green Coyote Cantina Cobb; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee dining benefits

Flexible scheduling

Training and development

Job summary

Green Coyote Cantina in East Cobb is seeking an Experienced Line Cook to join our opening team at The Dale in Avondale Estates. You will work across multiple stations, uphold recipes, and help establish our culinary standards for a new location.

We value a strong work ethic, punctuality, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Previous line cook experience in full-service restaurants is required; flexibility for lunch, dinner, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchen.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Dependable, punctual, and prepared for every shift.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Commitment to following recipes, build sheets, and specifications.
• Team-first mentality with clear communication.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work cleanly and with urgency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Work multiple stations and maintain line setup.
• Ensure plates meet quality, appearance, and portion standards.
• Label, rotate, and store all food products properly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and inspection-ready workstations.
• Communicate with kitchen leadership and Front of House.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Teamwork

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Food safety

Job description

Description

Experienced Line Cook

Green Coyote Cantina | East Cobb

$17.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience

Green Coyote Cantina is bringing honest Tex-Mex, handcrafted margaritas, and genuine hospitality to The Dale in Avondale Estates, and we're building an incredible Back-of-House team to help launch our newest location. Inspired by the spirit of classic Texas hospitality, Green Coyote is built on a simple philosophy: great food, great drinks, and even better people. From sizzling fajitas and street tacos to house-made salsas, fresh ingredients, and timeless Tex-Mex favorites, every plate that leaves our kitchen reflects our commitment to quality, consistency, and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for experienced Line Cooks who take pride in their craft, thrive in high-volume kitchens, and understand that consistency is the key to creating exceptional guest experiences. This is your opportunity to join our Opening Team and help establish the culinary standards, teamwork, and execution that will define Green Coyote Cantina for years to come.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant kitchen
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Dependable, punctual, and prepared for every shift
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Commitment to following recipes, build sheets, and company specifications
• Team-first mentality with excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work cleanly, efficiently, and with a sense of urgency
• Flexible availability, including lunch, dinner, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, build sheets, and presentation standards
• Work multiple stations
• Ensure every plate meets company standards for quality, consistency, appearance, and portioning
• Execute proper line setup, stocking, and station organization before every shift
• Maintain ticket times while producing high-quality food during busy service periods
• Complete line checks, temperature logs, and station checklists as required
• Follow all Health Department regulations, ServSafe guidelines, sanitation procedures, and food safety standards
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store all food products
• Assist with prep production and daily kitchen responsibilities as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready workstation throughout every shift
• Communicate effectively with kitchen leaders, fellow cooks, and Front of House team members
• Support opening, running, and closing kitchen responsibilities
• Assist wherever needed to support the success of the Back of House team

Kitchen Standards

Great kitchens are built on consistency.

Our Line Cooks are expected to:

• Follow recipes and build sheets exactly as written
• Produce consistent food every shift, every plate, every guest
• Work with urgency while maintaining attention to detail
• Keep workstations clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Support fellow team members and communicate effectively
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety and sanitation
• Take pride in every plate leaving the kitchen

Schedule & Availability

Green Coyote Cantina is open daily from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM, serving lunch, dinner, and special events.

Applicants should have flexible availability, including:

• Lunch shifts
• Dinner shifts
• Weekday availability
• Weekend availability
• Holidays and special events
• Opening and closing responsibilities as scheduled

The strongest candidates are dependable, enthusiastic, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen where quality and consistency are expected every shift.

What We Offer

• $17.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience
• Join the Opening Team of Green Coyote Cantina
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee dining benefits
• Positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment
• Ongoing training and culinary development
• Advancement opportunities within Green Coyote Cantina and our growing restaurant group

Why Join Green Coyote?

Every memorable meal begins in the kitchen. At Green Coyote Cantina, our Line Cooks are essential to delivering the bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and consistent quality our guests expect. You'll work alongside a team committed to excellence while helping launch one of Avondale Estates' most exciting new restaurants.

If you're dependable, passionate about cooking, thrive in a high-volume kitchen, and take pride in producing exceptional food, we'd love to meet you.