LEAD Line Cook

Clive Collective; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Clive Collective is seeking a Lead Line Cook for The Americano in Scottsdale, AZ, to support kitchen leadership during high-volume dinner service. This hands-on role leads by example, ensuring dishes are prepared with precision, consistency, and urgency while keeping the line organized and supporting the culinary team.

The position requires two+ years of line-cook experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to manage multiple tickets during peak service.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of professional line-cook experience; leadership or upscale, high-volume dining experience is preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and other cooking techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple tickets accurately during peak dinner service.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach teammates professionally and lead by example.
• Knowledge of food safety, allergen awareness, and proper food storage.
• Must have or obtain a current Arizona Food Handler Card.
• Available for evenings, late shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and stock stations before service.
• Prepare menu items according to The Americano’s recipes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Help coordinate the line, maintaining clear communication, ticket timing, and urgency.
• Train and support line cooks while reinforcing kitchen standards.
• Monitor food quality, portions, temperatures, seasoning, and presentation.
• Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, and the front-of-house team.
• Assist other stations as needed to maintain smooth service.
• Oversee evening breakdown, food storage, labeling, sanitation, and deep cleaning.
• Assist with prep, inventory, product rotation, receiving, and waste reduction.
• Follow and reinforce all food-safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace-safety requirements.
• Report equipment issues, shortages, and quality concerns to kitchen leadership.

Skills

Line cook experience

Leadership in kitchen

Knife skills

High-volume dining

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Arizona Food Handler Card

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Department: Back of House (BOH) Reports To: Sous Chef > Executive Chef Location: The Americano/Tell Your Friends Pay: $25-$27+ / hourly Job Summary The Lead Line Cook supports kitchen leadership in delivering an exceptional, high-volume dinner service. This hands-on role leads by example, ensuring dishes are prepared with precision, consistency, and urgency while keeping the line organized and supporting the culinary team.
Key Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, and stock stations before service.
• Prepare menu items according to The Americano’s recipes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Help coordinate the line, maintaining clear communication, ticket timing, and urgency.
• Train and support line cooks while reinforcing kitchen standards.
• Monitor food quality, portions, temperatures, seasoning, and presentation.
• Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, and the front-of-house team.
• Assist other stations as needed to maintain smooth service.
• Oversee evening breakdown, food storage, labeling, sanitation, and deep cleaning.
• Assist with prep, inventory, product rotation, receiving, and waste reduction.
• Follow and reinforce all food-safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace-safety requirements.
• Report equipment issues, shortages, and quality concerns to kitchen leadership.

Skills & Qualifications

• Two or more years of professional line-cook experience; leadership or upscale, high-volume dining experience is preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and other cooking techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple tickets accurately during peak dinner service.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach teammates professionally and lead by example.
• Knowledge of food safety, allergen awareness, and proper food storage.
• Must have or obtain a current Arizona Food Handler Card.
• Available for evenings, late shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Maintain a clean uniform and professional appearance.
• Be reliable, punctual, and prepared for each shift.
• Remain calm, focused, and solutions-oriented during busy service.
• Demonstrate accountability, attention to detail, and a strong team ethic.
• Treat coworkers and guests with professionalism and respect.