Line Cook

Fairlane Hotel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO from day one

401(k) after 6 months

Complimentary parking

Discounted meals

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Fairlane Hotel in Nashville, TN is hiring a full-time or part-time line cook to prepare, cook, and plate dishes to our standards while keeping a clean, organized station.

This role keeps food quality, consistency, and timing on point during service, helps manage inventory and waste, and works closely with the kitchen and front-of-house team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen.
• Works well with a team and communicates with staff.
• Able to stand for long periods in a hot kitchen.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Previous line cook or kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stock your station with the ingredients and supplies you need before service.
• Wash, chop, and prepare ingredients such as vegetables, sauces, and soups.
• Cook menu items using the recipe and method required, such as grilling, frying, or sauteing, and plate to standard.
• Prepare food on time and to our quality and presentation standards.
• Work with other kitchen staff and servers so orders come out efficiently and on time.

Skills

Team player

Stamina

Stand long hours

Food safety

Education

Culinary training or coursework

Job description

LINE COOK

Fairlane Hotel | Nashville, TN

Full-Time, Part-Time | Hourly | On-Property

About Fairlane Hotel

Fairlane Hotel is a 79-room hotel in downtown Nashville with a full-service restaurant and three kitchens. Our kitchen team values quality, consistency, and craft.

Position Summary

Fairlane Hotel is hiring a full or part time line cook to prepare, cook, and plate dishes to our standards while keeping a clean, organized station.

This role keeps food quality, consistency, and timing on point during service, helps manage inventory and waste, and works closely with the kitchen and front-of-house team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Food Preparation & Service:

• Stock your station with the ingredients and supplies you need before service
• Wash, chop, and prepare ingredients such as vegetables, sauces, and soups
• Cook menu items using the recipe and method required, such as grilling, frying, or sauteing, and plate to standard
• Prepare food on time and to our quality and presentation standards

Cleanliness & Inventory:

• Keep your station clean, organized, and sanitary throughout the shift
• Clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment at the end of each shift
• Check inventory levels and complete storage logs to reduce waste

Team Collaboration:

• Work with other kitchen staff and servers so orders come out efficiently and on time
• Communicate clearly with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef about station needs and service pace

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Able to work in a fastpaced, highpressure kitchen
• Works well with a team
• Able to stand for long periods in a hot kitchen
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally

Preferred:

• Previous line cook or kitchen experience
• Culinary training or coursework

SCHEDULE

Shifts vary and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is an on-property position.

BENEFITS

Full-Time:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment

Part-Time and Full-Time:

• PTO beginning on the first day of hire
• 401(k) program, eligible after 6 months
• Complimentary parking
• Discounted meals at Modern Love
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing boutique hotel group

Fairlane Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of Nashville and the guests we serve.