Lead Line Cook: Master 3+ Stations, Scratch Kitchen

\"The Whit\"; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k with match

ServSafe Certifications

Flexible scheduling

HR support

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

The Whit in New Orleans is seeking a Lead Line Cook to join a refined kitchen team at a luxury boutique hotel. You will independently run multiple stations, uphold high standards of speed, quality, and organization, and model urgency and work ethic.

The role emphasizes training newer cooks, maintaining food safety, and collaborating with the CDC and leadership to deliver elevated small plates and craft cocktails.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of line cook experience in a polished-casual or fine-dining kitchen.
• Hands-on with scratch cooking techniques; comfortable with whole-product fabrication.
• Able to run multiple stations independently and mentor less experienced cooks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and break down 3+ stations at a high level.
• Maintain urgency, quality, cleanliness, and organization during service.
• Support stations behind during peak periods and cover expo when needed.
• Demonstrate strong food quality, ticket-time awareness, and attention to detail.

Job description

The Whit in New Orleans is seeking a Lead Line Cook to join a refined kitchen team at a luxury boutique hotel. You will independently run multiple stations, uphold high standards of speed, quality, and organization, and model urgency and work ethic.

The role emphasizes training newer cooks, maintaining food safety, and collaborating with the CDC and leadership to deliver elevated small plates and craft cocktails.