Line Cook

Coastal Canteen; Manasquan (NJ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Employee Dining Program

Training Programs

Dynamic Team Environment

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Coastal Canteen is hiring a skilled Line Cook to support all kitchen operations, from prep to plating, in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting at our Jersey Shore location. You will keep equipment in top condition, follow recipes, and ensure food safety and timely service.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years as a line cook, strong knife skills, and a commitment to cleanliness and high safety standards. English proficiency is required; additional languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Responsible for all aspects of kitchen operations, including preparation, cooking, and portioning of food.
• Maintains and properly uses all kitchen equipment, including fryers, blenders, food processors, mixers, and rotisserie.
• Follows standard operating procedures of all recipes and techniques and builds sheets of assigned dishes as taught by culinary leaders.
• Responsible for correct product storage, including labeling and dating procedures.
• Maintains and sharpens knives and tools to meet professional standards.
• Keeps station clean and adheres to health department standards.
• Supports the team and adheres to health standards as guide.
• Has intimate knowledge of Department of Health standards and uses them as a guide to keep kitchen spaces tidy.

Responsibilities

• 2+ years in a Line Cook position in a similar environment.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food prep

Knife skills

Health & safety

Team collaboration

Tools

Fryers

Blenders

Food processors

Mixers

Rotisserie

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Employee Dining Program
• Training Programs
• Dynamic Team Environment
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

We’re Hiring!

Join the Jersey Shore Restaurant Group and be part of a team that thrives on excellence, creativity, and growth.

With renowned locations like Half Moon Point, Harpoon Willy's, Coastal Canteen, and THE BANQS, we offer diverse hospitality opportunities—from culinary and mixology to customer service roles.

We remain dedicated to creating an atmosphere that embodies warmth, comfort, and quality dining—starting with team members who ensure every guest feels welcomed and valued.

Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to provide guests with a fresh dining experience that celebrates living well.

One key to our success is the high standards we set for ourselves and each other. That includes placing the health and safety of our team members and guests as a top priority. We are committed to the highest safety and sanitation practices, including ensuring team member wellness and maintaining clean restaurants.

Qualifications:

• Responsible for all aspects of kitchen operations, including preparation, cooking, and portioning of food.
• Maintains and properly uses all kitchen equipment, including fryers, blenders, food processors, mixers, and rotisserie.
• Consistently ensures that prep duties are excellently prepped, seasoned, and cooked to the standards taught by Daily Provisions culinary leaders by the designated time of completion.
• Follows standard operating procedures of all recipes and techniques and builds sheets of assigned dishes as taught by culinary leaders.
• Responsible for correct product storage, including labeling and dating procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining properly sharpened knives and tools and exhibits at least average knife skills in speed and accuracy to maintain a professional line cook's workload.
• Maintains a clear dish station, including but not limited to chemicals, janitorial supplies, and health department standards, and assists with a deep cleaning schedule.
• Supports the team
• Has intimate knowledge of Department of Health standards and uses them as a guide to keep kitchen spaces tidy and to hold the team accountable.

Responsibilities:

• 2+ years in a Line Cook position in a similar environment
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required