Line Cook

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Referral program

Employee meals

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Growth opportunities

Health plans

Life insurance

401k with employer match

PTO / rolling holidays

Job summary

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in Fort Lauderdale is opening in October 2026. We are building a dedicated Line Cook team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and uphold our high standards of hospitality.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, a strong work ethic, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, preparing food to recipe specifications and contributing to daily culinary operations.

Qualifications

• 2 years of line cook experience.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and ingredients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and team player.
• Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work with the kitchen team to prepare meals according to recipes and standards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient service.
• Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented attractively.
• Assist with ingredient prep for future meals.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages to kitchen management.
• Handle and store food items to prevent spoilage and waste.
• Adhere to portion control to minimize waste.

Skills

Line cook experience

Cooking techniques

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Flexible hours

Job description

Sweetwaters a modern, seafood-forward, waterfront restaurant is opening in Fort Lauderdale, built around polished service, exceptional ingredients, and a high-level of hospitality.

We are assembling the founding team that will set the culture, the standards, and the guest experience from day one.

Be part of the excitement! Sweetwaters opens in October 2026.

Line Cook Positions include:

Fry

Sautee

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing food according to recipe specifications and ensuring the overall success of our daily culinary operations.

Basic Job Duties:

• Work alongside the kitchen team to prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and standards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, up to par with Health Department standards.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective service.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Assist with the preparation of ingredients and food items for future meals.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or needs to the kitchen management.
• Handle and store food items appropriately to prevent spoilage and waste.
• Adhere to portion control standards and minimize food waste.

Education/ Experience/ Skills:

• 2 years previous experience as a line cook
• Knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Positive attitude, team player, and able to work collaboratively with others
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Top-notch Benefits:

Not only do you get to share your passion and abilities with the company and our guests, but we offer a variety of opportunities and benefits to our team members as well:

• 24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals - Free meal for every eight-hour shift
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company's values.
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement
• Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match, Lifestyle Savings Accounts, Rolling Holiday Paid Time Off

Pay $20-22/hr

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time. Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

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