Line Cook

POTOMAC HOSPITALITY GROUP INC; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Potomac Hospitality Group Inc. is seeking a Line Cook to support a fast-paced, multi-outlet kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and plate across stations, ensuring consistency, quality and presentation for every service.

This role requires 2+ years of professional kitchen experience, the ability to work under pressure, and flexibility to cover evenings, weekends and holidays. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. Food safety and sanitation standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional kitchen experience.
• Ability to work multiple stations under pressure.
• Experience with a variety of cultural cuisines is a plus.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate two or more kitchen stations with consistency and speed
• Prepare, cook, and plate food to specification and presentation standards
• Monitor food quality, temperature, and freshness throughout service
• Communicate with the kitchen team to maintain proper pacing and ticket times
• Train and support newer cooks on station setup and procedures
• Maintain inventory awareness and flag low stock or quality concerns
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures
• Support other outlets or departments as business needs require

Skills

Kitchen experience

Multiple stations

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

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Line Cook

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1034

Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Annually

Position Summary

The Line Cook is proficient across multiple stations and is relied upon to maintain consistent quality and pace during service. This role plays a key part in keeping the kitchen running smoothly during high-volume periods.

Prepare food across multiple outlets and departments, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation standards are met for every service.

This is a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment where multiple outlets and service periods run simultaneously. The ability to stay organized, move efficiently under pressure, and maintain consistency during peak rushes is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Operate two or more kitchen stations with consistency and speed

Prepare, cook, and plate food to specification and presentation standards

Monitor food quality, temperature, and freshness throughout service

Communicate with the kitchen team to maintain proper pacing and ticket times

Train and support newer cooks on station setup and procedures

Maintain inventory awareness and flag low stock or quality concerns

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures

Support other outlets or departments as business needs require

Qualifications

2+ years of professional kitchen experience

Demonstrated ability to work multiple stations under pressure

Experience with a variety of cultural cuisines is a plus

Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role requires standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working near heat sources, sharp tools, and in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.