Line Cook

Landed; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Biscuit Belly is hiring a Line Cook to bring scratch‑made quality and big flavor to every plate. You will move with speed, accuracy, and heart, ensuring dishes are vibrant and true to our culture.

You will plate boldly, maintain station flow, and support teammates to sustain a warm, high‑energy kitchen environment. Ideal candidates follow recipes precisely, multitask during rushes, and communicate clearly with leadership and peers.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and execute prep accurately.
• Strong multitasking during high‑volume service.
• Good verbal, listening, and reading skills.
• Takes direction from leadership and peers.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and execution: prepare dishes with scratch‑made quality and bold flavor.
• Plate dishes with color and presentation for a sharable, appetizing look.
• Maintain station flow, portioning, and timing during service.
• Keep station stocked, organized, and clean throughout the shift.
• Support teammates and maintain a warm, high‑energy kitchen culture.

Skills

Recipe following

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Job description

Line Cook – Biscuit Belly

Our Line Cooks bring Biscuit Belly’s food and culture to life. They cook with pride, move with purpose, and embody our core values — Genuine Authenticity, Deliciously Bold, and Relentless Hospitality — in every dish, every rush, and every interaction. The Line Cook role is where scratch‑made quality meets big flavor and big personality.

Role Overview

The Line Cook prepares, cooks, and plates dishes according to Biscuit Belly’s recipes and standards. They work with speed, accuracy, and heart — ensuring every plate is vibrant, flavorful, and true to who we are. Line Cooks communicate openly, support their teammates, and help create a kitchen environment that feels warm, human, and high‑energy.

Key Responsibilities

Cooking & Execution — Deliciously Bold

• Prepare and cook all menu items with scratch‑made quality and bold flavor
• Plate dishes with color, personality, and “Instagram‑ready” presentation
• Maintain proper portioning, timing, and station flow
• Bring creativity, confidence, and energy to the line

Station Management — Genuine Authenticity

• Keep station stocked, organized, and clean throughout service
• Complete daily prep with honesty and pride — no shortcuts
• Follow all opening, mid‑shift, and closing procedures
• Communicate openly and clearly during rushes

Teamwork & Communication — Relentless Hospitality

• Support teammates without being asked
• Jump in wherever needed to keep the kitchen flowing
• Bring calmness, kindness, and positivity under pressure
• Help create a joyful, welcoming environment for FOH and BOH alike

Food Safety & Cleanliness — Genuine Authenticity

• Maintain high sanitation standards at all times
• Follow all local food safety guidelines and internal procedures
• Handle, store, and prepare food with integrity
• Complete dishwashing and cleaning tasks as assigned

Culture & Values — All Three, Every Shift

• Cook with pride and integrity — “If it’s not right, we remake it”
• Show up as your real self and contribute to a warm, human kitchen culture
• Bring bold energy, humor, and personality to the team
• Demonstrate relentless hospitality by supporting the team and enabling great guest experiences

Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

Core Behaviors

• Calm, constructive, and positive under pressure
• Honest, dependable, and committed to doing things the right way
• Strong attention to detail and pride in food quality
• Takes initiative and stays one step ahead
• Punctual and reliable

Technical Skills

• Ability to follow recipes and execute prep accurately
• Strong multitasking ability during high‑volume service
• Good verbal, listening, and reading skills
• Ability to take direction from leadership and peers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for the entire shift
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and lift up to 30 lbs
• Frequent use of hands, wrists, and arms for prep and cooking
• Clear hearing, vision, and communication abilities
• Comfortable working in hot and cold environments
• Maintains excellent personal hygiene

Work Environment

• Fast‑paced kitchen with constant movement and teamwork
• Exposure to heat from equipment and cold from walk‑ins
• Occasional outdoor exposure when assisting with deliveries
• Must be willing to cross‑train in other BOH roles as needed