Line Cook

Avocet Hospitality Group; Folly Beach, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO

Paid holidays

Earned Wage Access

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Referral Program

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Pinky’s on the Beach, Folly Beach, SC, is hiring for Prep - Line Cook 3 (All Levels). This role requires a dependable, experienced cook who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in preparing high-quality food. Nights and weekends are required.

The position offers a competitive wage of $19–$23 per hour plus a $500 sign-on bonus. Avocet Hospitality Group supports growth, benefits, and a strong team culture near the beachfront.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of line cook or prep cook experience (high-volume kitchen preferred).
• Culinary school training may substitute for experience.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to quality and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Prep ingredients, sauces, and garnishes for daily service.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and portion control standards.
• Label, date, rotate, and store food using FIFO procedures.
• Complete opening, closing, cleaning, and side work.
• Work as part of a team to deliver timely, high-quality meals.

Skills

Line cook experience

Advanced prep cooking

Knife skills

multitasking

Education

Culinary school training

Job description

We don’t offer jobs, we extend fulfilling career opportunities.

We at Avocet are united under a common goal: create fulfilling, meaningful experiences-not just for our guests, but for our talent as well. It’s about finding the right balance between guiding our teams to be true to the brand and empowering them to be true to themselves. To do this, we’ve invested in a dynamic professional environment and culture that is aligned with the values of the modern workforce.

• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Prep - Line Cook 3 (All Levels) *Must be able to work nights and weekends*

Join the team at Pinky's on the Beach-where bold flavors, high energy, and beachfront vibes come together every shift. We’re hiring cooks at all experience levels, from Prep through Line Cook 3 (advanced). Whether you’re building foundational skills or already running a station, there’s a place for you on our kitchen team.

Location: Pinky's at The Beach - 1 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439

Pay: $19-23 per hour + $500 sign-on bonus ($250 after 3 months of service & $250 after 6 months!)

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Earned Wage Access through PayActiv- access to your earned wages before payday!
• Affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3.5%
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned hotels & restaurants
• We're looking for a dependable, experienced Line Cook who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in preparing high-quality food. If you're passionate about great food, teamwork, and delivering an exceptional guest experience, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Prep ingredients, sauces, and garnishes for daily service.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and portion control standards.
• Label, date, rotate, and store food using FIFO procedures.
• Complete opening, closing, cleaning, and side work.
• Work as part of a team to deliver timely, high-quality meals.

What We're Looking For:

• 1+ year of line cook or prep cook experience (high-volume kitchen preferred).
• Culinary school training may substitute for experience.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to quality and food safety.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working around hot equipment in a busy commercial kitchen.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

WHO WE ARE:

Pinky’ s on the Beach-folly’s favorite hangout! Your front-row seat to salty air, live tunes, and local flavor served with serious style. From craveable snacks to cocktails with cult followings, everything at Pinky’s is made to turn heads and keep spirits high. The atmosphere? Bold, beachy, and buzzing with good vibes. The team? Passionate pros who know how to keep it cool while running a tight ship. And the view? Let’s just say it never gets old. If you’re looking to work where the ocean is your backdrop and the energy never quits, Pinky’s on the Beach is the place to be.

Tides Folly Beach is a beachfront hotel driven and defined by a singular passion: community. We go above and beyond to provide an expectation-exceeding, smile-inducing, memory-making experience for our community of guests. Internally, we focus on building a strong, tight-knit team community through growth, support, camaraderie, and pride. We embrace the community, culture, and spirit of Folly Beach while also being a steward in the evolution of the town as a coastal destination.

“We strive to create fulfilling, meaningful experiences by nurturing a culture that celebrates the lifetime value of passionate talent.”

Amber Topping, Vice President of People & Culture