High-Volume Events Line Cook - Flexible Evenings

The Ned; Washington; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Complimentary meals

Employee assistance program

Development programs

Job summary

The Ned’s Club Washington DC seeks an experienced Events Line Cook to join a fast-paced culinary team. You will prep in batch, plate to spec, and pivot between tastings, banquets, and live events, delivering precise portions and consistent quality.

The role requires 1–3+ years in upscale or high-volume kitchens, a calm demeanor under pressure, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. On-site position with a strong focus on food safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years in upscale hotel/banquet/club kitchens or high-volume plated service.
• ServSafe Food Handler (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Build plates to diagram/spec at pace (75–300 covers).
• Work assigned station (garde manger, sauté, roast, pass) and support adjacent stations.
• Follow call-and-response during fire times; maintain clean, organized plate-up lines.
• Execute daily production sheets and par levels for proteins, sauces, veg, starches, and garnishes.
• Batch cooking with proper chilling/holding (HACCP).
• Accurate labeling, dating, allergen separation, and yield tracking to reduce waste.
• Read BEOs and plating guides; set up pack-outs for off-room support.
• Assist with tastings, VIP/menu previews, and last-minute menu adjustments.
• Break down and reset efficiently to turn rooms or flip menus between courses.
• Maintain DOH/ServSafe standards; monitor temps, cooling, and re-therm.
• Keep stations pristine—mise en place, knife safety, and equipment care.
• Participate in monthly deep cleans and weekly inventory counts.
• Partner with chefs, stewards, and service to time courses and recover from changes.
• Offer cross-support to other Club outlets when event volume is light.
• Coach newer team members on plating diagrams and station setup.

Skills

Line cook experience

High-volume service

ServSafe (preferred)

Read BEOs/recipes

Calm under pressure

Job description

The Ned’s Club Washington DC seeks an experienced Events Line Cook to join a fast-paced culinary team. You will prep in batch, plate to spec, and pivot between tastings, banquets, and live events, delivering precise portions and consistent quality.

The role requires 1–3+ years in upscale or high-volume kitchens, a calm demeanor under pressure, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. On-site position with a strong focus on food safety and teamwork.