Line Cook

lifestylecommunities; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goat, based in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Line Cook to join Company One Lifestyle, Ltd. in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare ingredients, cook menu items to standard, and collaborate with the team to ensure timely service.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year of kitchen experience. You will follow recipes, safety procedures, and maintain a clean, organized station during high-volume service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related kitchen service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to restaurant standards.
• Follow recipes, portion guides, and presentation guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accuracy and speed during high-volume service periods.
• Ensure all food meets quality, temperature, and presentation standards.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and participate in routine kitchen cleaning tasks.
• Comply with health department regulations and kitchen policies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title Cook

Company One Lifestyle, Ltd.

Department Back of House, PT

Reports To General Manager

Wage Category Non-Exempt

Who We Are

At Lifestyle Communities (LC), we take deliberate action every day to nurture a culture grounded in our purpose - to Build a Connection. Whether you\'re behind the bar, in the kitchen, or on the floor, your work helps create spaces where people come together, connect, and belong.

We are guided by our core values - Performance, Quality, Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership - and fueled by our commitment to excellence. At LC, you\'ll find your "why," your place to belong, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Team You Will Join

The Goat is more than a restaurant - it\'s a social experience built around community, connection, and bringing people together. Our food philosophy celebrates bright, flavorful, shareable dishes that encourage conversation and togetherness, with a focus on lighter, balanced flavors, fresh ingredients, and approachable execution.

Every member of our team plays a key role in bringing this experience to life - ensuring that each plate, every interaction, and all details reflect our commitment to great food, genuine hospitality, and memorable moments.

The Difference You Will Make

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role includes executing recipes, maintaining food safety standards, organizing station prep, and working as part of a team to ensure timely, consistent service.

What You\'ll Bring:

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to restaurant standards.
• Follow recipes, portion guides, and presentation guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accuracy and speed during high-volume service periods.
• Ensure all food meets quality, temperature, and presentation standards.
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area and participate in routine kitchen cleaning tasks.
• Comply with health department regulations and kitchen policies.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required. At least one (1) year of related kitchen service experience required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work with long periods of standing and walking throughout the kitchen and service areas. In addition, employees will walk; handle food and beverage objects, reach and extend with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, and crawling; specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a kitchen environment including heat and steam.

Location and Travel:

Position will be based in Nashville, TN, Brier Creek, NC, Pflugerville, TX or Columbus, OH with occasional travel to local stores.

The Goat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Lifestyle Communities (LC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.