Line Cook

Trailborn; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking hospitality company as a Line Cook. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality dishes, ensuring timely service and exceptional dining experiences for guests. Your culinary skills and teamwork will be essential in a fast-paced environment, where you'll thrive alongside passionate colleagues. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive workplace that values your contributions. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and want to be part of a vibrant team, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Learning programs for career advancement

Qualifications

• Experience in a culinary role with a passion for cooking.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes according to standards and maintain menu knowledge.
• Ensure quality, cleanliness, and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Food Handler's Certification

Experience in Culinary Field

Job description

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JOB POSTING – LINE COOK

ROLE

Line Cook

LOCATION

Trailborn Highlands

96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC 28741

About

TRAILBORN

Trailborn was founded on a simple idea: Life Should Be an Adventure. We build design-forward, experiential hotels to pull people out of the daily grind and into the great outdoors. Our locations are at the heart of our country’s most extraordinary outdoor destinations—from national parks to wine country, and snow-capped mountains to sun-soaked beaches.

With five properties located in North America’s most iconic outdoor destinations, including Trailborn Rocky Mountains in Estes Park, Colorado; Trailborn Highlands in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; Trailborn Grand Canyon in Williams, Arizona; and Trailborn Surf & Sound in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, Trailborn brings thoughtfully designed, boutique accommodations to regions where nature and adventure converge. Additionally, Trailborn has a robust pipeline of properties opening in 2025 and 2026 including Mendocino, California.

About Our Values

We believe in HEART – Honesty, Excellence, Action, Results and Team

About Our Role

We are seeking line cooks to join our team at Trailborn Highlands - Highlands Supper Club. As a Line Cook, you will work closely with the HSC Team to ensure that all meals are prepared in a timely and efficient manner. All cooks are key members of our culinary team, responsible for making sure dishes go to our customers efficiently and correctly. This role involves a want to learn, being able to keep up with demand of the business, and teamwork. The ideal candidates will have a passion for culinary excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ultimately, you will help us deliver an exceptional dining experience to our guests.

Essential

FUNCTIONS

• Preparing dishes according to standards.
• Maintaining a solid menu knowledge.
• Attention to detail.
• Effectively communicating with management and staff.
• Working as a team towards a collective goal.
• Ensure Quality and Consistency.
• Maintain Cleanliness and Safety.
• Assist others with Cooking and Preparation.
• Having a Positive Attitude.
• Read, measure, and executing recipes.
• Folling kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Experience in the culinary field
• Certifications : Food Handler's Certification or equivalent is a asset.
• Personal Attributes : Passion for cooking and creativity in the kitchen. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a high-volume restaurant
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Able to handle service and stay organized.
  
  

Skills

• Utilize culinary skills and knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines to prepare and cook high-quality dishes
• Ensure timely and efficient preparation of meals while working in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate effectively and work as a team to achieve kitchen goals
• Multitask and prioritize tasks effectively to deliver an exceptional dining experience for guests
  
  

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries, wear protective equipment as required.
• Work safely to ensure company equipment is secure.
• Complete required training programs.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work as needed.
  
  

PHYSICAL

Requirements

• Standing and Walking : Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-10 hours per shift.
• Lifting and Carrying : Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds, including pots, pans, and boxes of supplies.
• Bending and Stooping : Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to access ingredients, equipment, and storage areas.
• Manual Dexterity : Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for chopping, slicing, and other food preparation tasks.
• Heat Tolerance : Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment, often near ovens, stoves, and other heat sources.
• Mobility : Ability to move quickly and efficiently around the kitchen, including navigating tight spaces.
• Visual Acuity : Good vision for reading recipes, monitoring food quality, and ensuring proper presentation.
• Communication : Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members, both verbally and in writing.
• Endurance : Physical stamina to handle long shifts, often involving repetitive tasks and high-pressure situations.
  
  

UNIFORM

Employee provides business casual and on occasion business professional attire when necessary for functions; Employee provides black non-slip safety toe footwear that is sturdy, provides support for the arch of the foot with a well-defined heel.

Benefits

ABOUT OUR

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Benefits: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions.
• Secure Your Future: 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Recharge & Grow: Enjoy paid time off and learning programs to advance your career.
  
  

Join us and thrive in a workplace that values you!

SCHEDULE

Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

SALARY

$18-$24/hour

JOB STATUS

Full Time

FLSA

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trailborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us during your application process.

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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