Line Cook

MoonRunners Saloon; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MoonRunners Saloon in Dunn, NC is hiring a full-time Line Cook to work on-site in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare and cook menu items per recipes, maintain a clean workstation, and follow safety procedures during service.

The role involves stocking stations, coordinating with front-of-house, and ensuring timely, accurate food delivery. Applicants should have strong cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong basic cooking skills in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to follow recipes and kitchen procedures consistently.
• Excellent time management, organization, and teamwork.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a line cook or related role.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations for service.
• Execute orders during service with accuracy.
• Assist with prep work and maintain station cleanliness.
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor food quality and minimize waste.
• Support opening and closing kitchen duties as needed.

Skills

Grilling

Frying

Food prep

Food safety

Time management

Organization

Following recipes

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Job description

Company Description

Moonrunners Saloon is a locally owned restaurant and bar based in Garner and Dunn, North Carolina. The establishment focuses on providing a welcoming, casual dining experience with a menu centered around Southern comfort food and pub-style favorites. Team members work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment where quality, consistency, and hospitality are priorities. Moonrunners Saloon values reliable staff who enjoy working in a close-knit team and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Role Description

The Line Cook / Back of the House staff role is a full-time, on-site position located in Dunn, NC. This role is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and quality standards, maintaining a clean and organized workstation, and following proper food safety and sanitation procedures. Day-to-day tasks include setting up and stocking stations, executing orders during service, assisting with prep work, and coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery. The role also involves monitoring food quality, minimizing waste, and supporting opening and closing kitchen duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong basic cooking skills, including grilling, frying, and food preparation in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and safe equipment operation.
• Candidates should possess skills in time management, organization, and the ability to follow recipes and kitchen procedures consistently.
• Candidates should possess effective teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with other kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Minimum 2 years previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or back-of-house team member in a restaurant setting is preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Reliable transportation and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to punctuality and dependability.