Line Cook

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 1,928,640 - 2,479,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive hourly wage

Advancement opportunities

Extensive training and development

Medical benefits

Paid time-off

Discounted meals

Job summary

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Collierville, TN is seeking a Line Cook to join our Back of House team. You will prepare and plate dishes with speed and precision, maintain your station, and ensure great hospitality through teamwork and timely service.

We offer extensive training, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement, along with benefits for eligible team members. If you’re passionate about hospitality and quality, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours or more a day.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift items frequently weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to be patient and have a guest-oriented mindset.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members.
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• 18+ age requirements for BOH positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station throughout service.
• Read and execute tickets accurately while meeting timing standards.
• Plate dishes with consistency and attention to presentation.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow all food safety standards.
• Properly label, store, and rotate all food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support teammates and communicate effectively during service.
• Complete closing and cleaning checklists as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen safety

Guest-oriented mindset

Teamwork

Cleanliness & safety

Reliability

Communication

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Time management

Job description

Overview

At Firebirds, every dish we serve is a reflection of our commitment to extraordinary hospitality. As a Line Cook, you’ll be a key part of our Back of House team—bringing focus, consistency, and pride to every plate that leaves the kitchen.

You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where quality, timing, and teamwork come together to create memorable guest experiences.

What you can expect from us:

Our team members are the most important stakeholder here at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and such an important part of our brand. We ensure that our team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our Firebirds family! Never worked in a restaurant before but have a passion for learning more? It will be our pleasure to start you in a role where you can train and develop skillsets to become a hospitality expert!

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station throughout service.
• Read and execute tickets accurately while meeting timing standards.
• Plate dishes with consistency and attention to presentation.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow all food safety standards.
• Properly label, store, and rotate all food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support teammates and communicate effectively during service.
• Complete closing and cleaning checklists as assigned.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible schedules! Time-off on holidays— closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day; early closure on Christmas Eve!
• Competitive hourly wage
• New store openings— we are growing and with growth comes opportunities for advancement!
• Extensive training and development— we focus on building your knowledge during training and it doesn't stop there--continued education is a focus to make sure our team members are experts in their positions.
• Benefits for eligible team members—medical and paid time-off!
• Team member motivation— discounted meals, exhilarating contests, and thrilling prizes!

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours or more a day
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift items frequently weighing up to 35 pounds
• Ability to be patient and have a guest-oriented mindset
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures
• Must have reliable transportation
• 18+ age requirements for BOH positions

You may also apply in person at your local Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Monday through Friday between 2 pm and 4 pm!

If you’re passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences—whether in person or to-go we’d love to meet you.

Grow your skills and find your fire.

Firebirds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.