Line Cook

Weekender Hospitality; Old Forge (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekender Hospitality in Old Forge, NY is seeking a Line Cook I to join a young, fast-growing startup culture focused on adventure and guest experience. You will learn proper cooking techniques, support the kitchen team, and help deliver consistent, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic. Weekend/evening/holiday shifts during peak season are required, with opportunities to grow as Weekender expands in iconic destinations.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in grill, sauté, fry, and prep.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand long periods in a hot kitchen.
• Punctual and reliable with strong work ethic.
• Weekend, evenings, and holidays availability during peak season.
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items as directed, following recipes.
• Set up and stock your station with ingredients.
• Assist senior cooks and F&B Manager with prep, cooking, plating.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work area.
• Follow all safe food handling procedures.
• Label, date, and store food items properly.
• Support other kitchen stations when needed.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen safety

Communication

Teamwork

Dependable

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

About The Company

We are a young, fast-growing company (just recognized in the INC 5000 Fastest Growing Companies) of ambitious, mission-driven Weekenders working together to inspire personal growth through adventure, travel and exploration! We specialize in creating inspiring hotel stays for our guests in iconic destinations.

This is a rare opportunity to be paid to learn, have an immediate and lasting impact in a young startup company and culture, and grow personally and professionally with an amazing team.

You will love it at Weekender if our core values below get you excited and inspired too!

• Always be a student and always be open-minded
• Be Adventurous
• Be excited by challenge and willing to fail-forward
• Commit to being world class at your job and lean-in to your superpowers
• Be a Host
• Treat guests and teammates like you would family
• Be of Integrity
• Own your Domain: Be accountable to your job & the greater mission
• Embrace honesty, transparency and vulnerability
• Follow-through and do what you say you’re going to do

What you’ll be responsible for:

As a Line Cook I, you’ll support the kitchen team by preparing and cooking food items under supervision, maintaining cleanliness and organization of your station, and following recipes and safety standards. This role focuses on learning proper cooking techniques, working efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and ensuring consistency and quality for every guest.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare and cook menu items as directed, following portioning and recipe guidelines.
• Set up and stock your station with necessary ingredients and supplies.
• Assist senior cooks and F&B Manager with prep, cooking, and plating.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work area at all times.
• Follow all safe food handling procedures and kitchen safety rules.
• Label, date, and properly store food items.
• Support other kitchen stations when needed.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Success Measures

• Consistently prepares food to recipe and quality standards.
• Station remains clean, stocked, and compliant with safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates improvement in cooking speed and accuracy each season.
• Works well with teammates and responds positively to feedback.
• Minimal waste, errors, or guest complaints related to food prep.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including grill, sauté, fry, and prep (preferred but not required).
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work standing for long periods of time in a hot kitchen environment.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure.
• Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays during the peak season.
• ServSafe or food handler certification preferred but not required.