Line cook

Dave & Buster's Management Corporation, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Career growth

Food discounts

New store opening

Rewards program

Benefits and PTO

Trainer certification

Job summary

Dave & Buster's in Arlington, TX is seeking a Line Cook who can Prep and cook menu items to spec, uphold safety standards, and deliver a memorable guest experience.

You will work with the service team to ensure dishes are accurate and fresh, manage station cleanliness, and perform opening/closing duties while contributing to a fun, growth‑oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of Line Cook or Prep Cook experience.
• Must be 18+ and have Food Handlers Certification where required.
• Able to work with uniform standards and under pressure.
• Strong communication with management, team, and guests.
• Willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Upholding cleanliness and safety standards
• Prepping and cooking all menu items according to recipes
• Minimize food waste by proper portions and avoiding ticket errors
• Partner with service team to ensure timely, accurate dishes
• Adhere to health department food safety procedures
• Operate kitchen equipment safely
• Maintain clean, stocked station before/during/after shift
• Perform opening, mid-day or closing duties

Skills

Line cook experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Description: At Dave & Buster's/Main Event Entertainment, our Line Cooks prepare unforgettably delicious food that keeps our Guests coming back for more! As a Line Cook, you are passionate about our ingredients, food quality standards and delivering a consistent Guest experience! You are an expert on our prep and spec recipes, operational standards, equipment and utensils. You’re also dedicated to delivering the highest standards in safety and sanitation.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING DAILY?

• Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards (We take this seriously!)
• Prepping and cooking all menu items according to recipes standards
• Helping minimize food waste by creating proper portions, staying vigilant for ticket errors, and communicating with expo
• Partnering with the service team to ensure food is accurate, delivered fresh and in a timely manner
• Adhering to all company and health department food safety procedures
• Properly and safely operating kitchen equipment
• Maintaining a clean and stocked station before, during and after each shift
• Performing opening, mid-day or closing duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must have at least 6 months of Line Cook and/or Prep Cook experience
• 18 + years of age; Food Handlers Certification, as required
• Comply with the company uniform standards
• Always be ready to create a memorable guest experience
• Teamwork is a must (Remember, teamwork makes the dream work!)
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays (subject to business needs)

PERKS!

• Dave & Buster's/Main Event Entertainment Team Members are expected to give their best on the job, so we do our part to ensure you have what you need to stay motivated, valued, and embraced by living your best life!
• Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding, and FUN!
• Amazing discounts on food, beverages, activities, and free non-redemption gameplay!
• Advance your career with endless growth opportunities
• Be part of a New Store Opening Team!
• We have a fantastic rewards and recognition program!
• Benefits and paid time off for qualifying Team Members
• Opportunities to be a part of Buster's Legacy Fund (support and get support from our unifying Team Member Assistance Program)
• Become a Certified Trainer (aka, the best of the best!) to help us build a solid foundation and provide exceptional guest experiences, all while creating opportunities for career growth

Dave & Buster's Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range: 12 - 19

We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else. No two days are ever the same. Time will fly by serving hundreds of people with flexible schedules you can accommodate school or other jobs. Plus your co-workers are awesome!