Line Cook

Grand Lux Café; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/sick time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Shift meals and dining discounts

Flexible scheduling

Career growth & training

Employee recognition

Job summary

Grand Lux Café, inspired by Italian trattorias and French bistros, is seeking a Line Cook to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You’ll prepare from-scratch dishes, follow precise recipes, and focus on quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction.

We offer steady hours, flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities, meals, discounts, and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that invests in training and internal career growth.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
• Station experience such as Flat Top, Grill, Broil, Fry, Pasta, Sauté, Salad, Pizza, Pantry, Appetizer, Oven or Prep.
• Familiarity with cooking techniques such as roasting, grilling, sautéing or scratch cooking.
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment and back-of-house operations.
• Reliable and punctual team player with a positive attitude and hospitality mindset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques.
• Read and follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution.
• Demonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing.
• Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperatures.
• Plating, presentation, and garnishing to wow guests.
• Support opening and closing duties including station setup and breakdown, FIFO stocking, cleanliness, and organization.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including cross contamination prevention and allergen awareness.
• Work well under pressure, multitask with speed and urgency.
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication and following instructions.

Skills

Line cook experience

Kitchen station experience

Food safety knowledge

Strong work ethic

Job description

Compensation Range

$15.50 - $20.75 / Hour

Overview

Our menu items are prepared from scratch daily using fresh, high-quality ingredients, and every dish reflects our commitment to culinary excellence in food service and hospitality. Our Line Cooks thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, taking ownership and pride in producing delicious dishes through precise cooking techniques, attention to detail, and consistency. While our restaurants are busy and our standards are high, you will love our team spirit and have fun creating memorable food and guest experiences.

Why Join our Team

Steady Hours, Flexible Life

• High-volume restaurant with consistent hours
• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your life
• Free shift meals and 25% discount when dining with friends and family

Benefits That Have Your Back

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options
• Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period
• Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services

Grow With Us

• World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
• Career advancement opportunities – over half of our managers are promoted from within
• No cost GED or Associate Degree programs

Perks, Recognition & Community

• Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
• Employee recognition and appreciation awards
• HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program) for moments that matter
• Opportunities to give back through community and charity events
• Join an award-winning company, including:
  • Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (since 2014)
  • PEOPLE® Companies That Care (since 2021)
  • Great Place to Work® Certified

What You’ll Do

• Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques
• Read & follow recipes using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution
• Demonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing
• Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperatures
• Wow our guests with beautiful plating, presentation, and garnishing
• Support opening and closing duties including station setup & breakdown, FIFO (First In, First Out) stocking, cleanliness, and organization
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness
• Work well under pressure, multitasking with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency
• Support teamwork through clear, effective communication
• Follow instructions to uphold high standards

Your Background

• Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal
• Station experience preferred: Flat Top, Grill, Broil, Fry, Pasta, Sauté, Salad, Pizza, Pantry, Appetizer, Oven or Prep
• Familiarity with cooking techniques is a plus: roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking
• Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment, with an understanding of back-of-house operations
• Ability to deliver accurate orders with consistency
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards
• Dependable, dedicated, and adaptable with a strong work ethic
• Reliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude
• Passionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist
• Must be at least 18 years old

Who we are:

Inspired by Italian trattorias, French bistros and the grand cafes and pastry shops of Vienna, we’re known for our in-house bakery, upscale casual hospitality and fresh-from-scratch menu, but we’re most proud of being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2014. With 47,500 staff members across more than 300 restaurants – including The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, Grand Lux Cafe and Fox Restaurant concepts – our people-centered culture offers something for everyone.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Grand Lux Cafe offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

#LifeatGrandLux #soGrand

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