Line Cook

Bier Haus; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bier Haus in Coeur d'Alene, ID is seeking an experienced line cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare menu items to our recipes, work multiple stations, and contribute to consistent quality and presentation during busy shifts.

We value reliability, efficiency, organization, and teamwork. The role requires a background in high-volume kitchens, adaptability to evenings and weekends, and strict adherence to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous professional line-cook experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work multiple stations and manage several orders simultaneously.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion specifications consistently.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items accurately and efficiently according to established recipes and standards.
• Set up and maintain assigned stations before, during, and after each shift.
• Work grill, fryer, sauté, prep, and other stations as assigned.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Coordinate with servers to ensure orders are prepared correctly and promptly.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, temperature-control, and food-storage procedures.
• Complete daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, sauces, proteins, and ingredients.
• Label, date, rotate, and store food correctly.
• Monitor product levels and communicate shortages or prep needs to management.
• Minimize food waste and use ingredients responsibly.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment and storage areas.
• Follow Bier Haus policies, recipes, and safety requirements.
• Assist other kitchen team members during high-volume periods.
• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.

Skills

Line-cook experience

High-volume kitchen

Multiple stations

Food safety

Teamwork

Urgency under pressure

Job description

The Bier Haus -Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Position Summary

The Bier Haus is seeking an experienced, dependable Line Cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing quality food, works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, and understands the importance of consistency, cleanliness, teamwork, and food safety.

The ideal candidate has prior line-cook experience, is comfortable working multiple stations during busy service periods, and can consistently prepare menu items according to The Bier Haus recipes, portions, and presentation standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items accurately and efficiently according to established recipes and standards.

• Set up and maintain assigned stations before, during, and after each shift.

• Work grill, fryer, sauté, prep, and other stations as assigned.

• Maintain consistent food quality, portion sizes, and presentation.

• Coordinate with servers and other kitchen staff to ensure orders are prepared correctly and in a timely manner.

• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, temperature-control, and food-storage procedures.

• Complete daily food preparation, including chopping, portioning, sauces, proteins, and other ingredients.

• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food using appropriate procedures.

• Monitor product levels and communicate shortages or preparation needs to management.

• Minimize food waste and use ingredients responsibly.

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift.

• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, work surfaces, floors, coolers, and storage areas.

• Follow all The Bier Haus policies, procedures, recipes, and safety requirements.

• Assist other kitchen team members as needed, particularly during high-volume periods.

• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous professional line-cook experience required; 2+ years preferred.

• Restaurant experience in a high-volume or full-service kitchen strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of basic cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.

• Ability to work multiple stations and manage several orders simultaneously.

• Ability to follow recipes and portion specifications consistently.

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a strong sense of urgency during busy periods.

• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

• Willingness to take direction and follow established kitchen procedures.

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.

• Frequently bend, reach, lift, carry, and perform repetitive motions.

• Safely lift and carry approximately 40–50 pounds.

• Work around hot cooking equipment, sharp utensils, steam, grease, and wet or slippery surfaces.

• Work in hot, cold, and fast-paced kitchen environments.

What We're Looking For

The Bier Haus is looking for an experienced cook who is reliable, efficient, organized, and team-oriented. We value employees who show up ready to work, maintain high standards even when the restaurant is busy, communicate well with coworkers, and take ownership of the quality of food leaving the kitchen.

Job Location: The Bier Haus – Coeur d'Alene, ID
Position: Experienced Line Cook
Schedule: Varied shifts, including evenings and weekends
Employment Type: Full-time

The Bier Haus is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.