Line Cook

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals while working

Waterpark access

Discounts across properties

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Bavarian Inn Restaurant in Frankenmuth, MI, seeks a Line Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. You'll prepare dishes across multiple stations while maintaining high food safety standards. The role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities with typical shifts between 11am and 10:30pm.

Benefit from free meals during shifts, waterpark access, and tuition reimbursement up to $10,000. Ideal candidates must have at least 6 months of kitchen experience and a strong team-oriented work ethic.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ months kitchen experience, high volume preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare menu items across multiple stations.
• Plate dishes with consistency and attention to detail.
• Help maintain food quality, timing, and kitchen standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Part Time & Full Time (20-40 hours per week)

Bavarian Inn Restaurant | Frankenmuth, MI
Ready to take the next step in your culinary career?

Join our dynamic kitchen team— the heart of the haus — where teamwork, tradition, and pride come together. Our Line Cooks build on their culinary experience to work multiple stations, plate quality dishes, and help keep the line running strong.

At Bavarian Inn Restaurant, each season brings a different rhythm. Our current slower "off season" pace allows time for hands on training, learning our systems, and perfecting techniques. As we move closer to the holidays, our kitchen shifts into a fast paced, high-volume environment serving 3,000+ guests daily. We're looking for a Line Cook who can grow into the role now — and confidently handle the heat when the kitchen is at full speed.

What You'll Do

• Cook and prepare menu items across multiple stations (grill, sauté, fry, broil)
• Plate dishes with consistency andattention to detail
• Help maintain food quality,timing, and kitchen standards
• Support your team and keep servicerunning smoothly
• Keep your station clean, stocked,and organized

What We're Looking For

• Some kitchen experience required (line or high-volumepreferred)
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation
• Ability to stay organized and keep pace during busy service
• Team-focused with a strong work ethic
• Ready to grow and take on more responsibility

Pay & Schedule

• Wage: $17-$19 per hour
• Full Time & Part Time Options (20-40 hours per week)
• Typical Shifts: 11am-7pm; 2pm-10:30pm; 12pm-8pm

Team Member Perks

• Free meals while working
• Bavarian Blast Waterpark access
• Discounts across Bavarian Inn properties
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $10,000!
• Referral Bonuses - up to $1,000 for each hire!
• Flexible Scheduling

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Minimum of 6+ months kitchen experience, high volume preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong multitasking, time management, and attention to detail.
• Able to follow recipes and adapt to menu changes.
• Capable of standing for 8+ hours and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Location:

Bavarian Inn Restaurant, 713 S Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.

Enter using the marked "Team Member Entrance" staircase at the rear of the building.

Join our Bavarian Inn Restaurant team and create enjoyable experiences with us!