Founding Line Cook — Build a Chef-Driven Kitchen

Haven; Blowing Rock (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Founding team bonus

Performance bonus

Advancement opportunities

Local ingredients access

Professional kitchen culture

Input into systems

Culinary training

Work-life balance

Startup atmosphere

Job summary

Haven is opening a chef-driven restaurant in Blowing Rock, NC, and is assembling its founding kitchen team. This is an opportunity to shape standards, systems, culture, and identity from the ground up while contributing to Appalachian-inspired, farm-to-table cuisine.

Founding team members will help develop procedures, tastings, and ongoing culinary education. We’re seeking cooks who take pride in craft, care about details, and want to grow within a collaborative, high-standard kitchen that

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience in a scratch kitchen environment.
• Strong knife skills and fundamental cooking techniques.
• Able to stay organized and perform under pressure.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Passion for great food and respect for quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes with consistency, precision, and care.
• Work collaboratively with chefs and teammates to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation.
• Participate in menu development, tastings, and ongoing culinary education opportunities.
• Uphold the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.

Skills

Line cook

Knife skills

Organization

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Food safety

Job description

Haven is opening a chef-driven restaurant in Blowing Rock, NC, and is assembling its founding kitchen team. This is an opportunity to shape standards, systems, culture, and identity from the ground up while contributing to Appalachian-inspired, farm-to-table cuisine.

Founding team members will help develop procedures, tastings, and ongoing culinary education. We’re seeking cooks who take pride in craft, care about details, and want to grow within a collaborative, high-standard kitchen that