Line Cook

The Buttery; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

The Buttery in Kentucky is seeking a Line Cook to bring its menu to life by preparing, cooking, and portioning dishes with care and consistency in a fast-paced kitchen. You will work closely with the kitchen team to create fresh, high-quality food while maintaining the highest safety and excellence standards.

You will collaborate with peers to ensure smooth service during peak hours, uphold food safety practices, and contribute to a hospitable, high-energy dining environment that guests love.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals.
• Caring, self-motivated, and teamwork-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portions, and standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and proper storage of ingredients.
• Monitor and control inventory, assist with stock rotation and minimizing waste.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe workplace.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries for quality and quantity.
• Support other kitchen staff during peak service hours.
• Communicate issues or concerns to the Sous Chef.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Time management

Hospitality mindset

Teamwork

Tools

Ovens & stoves

Grills

Job description

Description

Overview

The Line Cook plays a vital role in bringing The Buttery’s menu to life - preparing, cooking, and portioning a variety of dishes with care, precision, and consistency. Working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, this role is all about craftsmanship, efficiency, and collaboration. You'll work closely with the kitchen team to create fresh, high-quality food while maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portion sizes, and standards.
• Operate various kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stoves, grills) in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
• Monitor and control inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and minimizing food waste.
• Follow al food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to ensure proper quantity and quality of products.
• Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth operation during peak service hours.
• Communicate any issues or concerns regarding food quality, safety, or kitchen equipment to the Sous Chef.

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and listening skills.
• Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals.
• Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for learning, teaching & teamwork.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health/Vision/Dental Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.

About Us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink—we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge.

The Buttery is many things:

• a great local eatery
• the village bakery & patisserie
• an exceptional specialty coffee shop
• all wrapped in a unique retail environment

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.