Line Chef: Fast-Paced Caribbean Kitchen Leader

The Easterly [St. Thomas]; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Easterly [St. Thomas] is seeking an experienced Line Chef to thrive in a high-volume, coastal Caribbean kitchen. You will own your station from setup to service, executing prep lists with precision and maintaining exact recipe standards for every dish.

Ideal candidates bring strong culinary fundamentals, excellent time management, and a commitment to consistent performance each shift. Join Ballast Hospitality to help shape a vibrant dining experience in St. Thomas.

Qualifications

• General knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge.
• High-volume restaurant experience required.
• Attention to details of food quality, preparation, and presentation.
• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with Ballast Hospitality’s mission.
• Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly, demonstrate leadership.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu specs flawlessly with culinary pride and hit exact standards.
• Maintain mise en place and station setup for seamless service.
• Pace tickets and manage line flow during peak rushes.
• Assist with cleaning, stocking, and proper sanitation checks.
• Coordinate with executive kitchen team to ensure quality and on-time service.
• Support neighboring stations during busy periods.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety

High-volume experience

Attention to detail

Leadership

Adaptability

Job description

The Easterly [St. Thomas] is seeking an experienced Line Chef to thrive in a high-volume, coastal Caribbean kitchen. You will own your station from setup to service, executing prep lists with precision and maintaining exact recipe standards for every dish.

Ideal candidates bring strong culinary fundamentals, excellent time management, and a commitment to consistent performance each shift. Join Ballast Hospitality to help shape a vibrant dining experience in St. Thomas.