Lead Line Cook

Hopkins and Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Lead Line Cook in a bustling restaurant environment! This role is perfect for passionate food lovers ready to elevate their culinary skills while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service. You'll collaborate closely with your team, guiding and supporting fellow cooks while maintaining a positive atmosphere. Enjoy competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work culture that values integrity, respect, and curiosity. If you're eager to make a difference in the kitchen and create memorable dining experiences, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

25% Discount at Restaurants

10% Discount at Retail Shops

Ongoing Training

Daily Family Meal

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary experience with 1 year in a supervisory position.
• Must be 18 years or older and possess advanced knife skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of recipes, steak temperatures, and production times.
• Prepare food for service and maintain a clean, organized station.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Teamwork

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Lead Line Cook at H&F Burger

We are looking for talented and experienced lead line cook to join our team of hospitality professionals. H&F Burger and Hop’s Chicken sit in the heart of Midtown at Ponce City Market in a casual and upbeat space, serving delicious food and beverage with gracious hospitality each and every day.

At our restaurants, we know how delicious burgers and chicken can be when cooked to the highest standard, served on freshly baked bread, with an ice-cold Coca Cola or dram of whisk(e)y. We like to say it’s burger time, all the time, serving the same exact one Holeman and Finch Public House became famous for: a griddled double cheeseburger, topped with red onion and house-made pickles, ketchup, and mustard, served on a freshly baked pan de mie bun.

What is the Job?

As a lead line cook, you will work closely with the back of house team to ensure the consistency and deliciousness of all menu items, following our carefully tailored recipes each and every time. You will assist in setting up and maintaining stations, preparing food, and working in tandem with the rest of the culinary team. You will be responsible for ensuring food quality and timeliness, constantly communicating ticket times and inventory with your Chefs. Open availability to AM and PM shifts is essential.

What are the responsibilities?

• Maintain a working knowledge of all recipes, steak temperatures, and production times
• Preparing food for service
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized station according to brand standards
• Compliance with sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Work as a team player, helping your fellow team with guest interactions and bar duties to contribute to a positive working environment
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and openly communicate with your manager and fellow service team about next steps
• Consistent adherence to the uniform policy
• Reports for duty on time and manages one’s shift, communicating with the management team when leaving their station for breaks or family meal

Our ideal Lead Line Cook...

• Is ready to take the next step in the culinary brigade
• Can not only work their station, but can work every station. The Lead Line Cook should be able to guide and support other cooks in running their stations, acting as an ally to their Sous Chefs and Executive Chef
• Has a passion for food with a willingness to continue education
• Has a kind, friendly, and welcoming attitude with a desire to serve others and provide memorable hospitality
• Works constructively with their teammates, celebrating one another and lending a helping hand
• Possesses excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, manage time and prioritize
• Demonstrates our core values of integrity, passion, respect, and curiosity

What are the requirements?

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 3+ year(s) of culinary experience with 1 year in a supervisory kitchen position
• Culinary degree preferred
• Food safety knowledge
• Advanced knife skills
• Able to move and/or lift heavier product of up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time; occasionally kneel, bend, and crouch as required to reach items at varying height levels
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and effectively

We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience with performance-based raises and promotions
• Medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability for eligible full-time employees
• 25% discount at all Hopkins and Company restaurants and 10% discount at all Hopkins and Company retail shops
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Daily family meal
• Employee referral bonus

If you are interested in applying for this position, we ask that you complete the application fully, including work history, questionnaire and professional references. Only complete applications will be considered for the posted position. Thank you!