Line Cook

The Stanford; Stanford (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stanford is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our back-of-house team. You will prepare ingredients and menu items with consistency and high quality, following established recipes and standards.

Work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house staff to deliver timely meals while maintaining safety, cleanliness, and presentation. This role requires attention to detail and dependable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a line cook or in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
• Cook to proper temperatures and presentation.
• Set up and stock stations before and during service.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service.
• Handle food storage, labeling, and rotation to minimize waste.
• Support closing and cleaning procedures, including equipment sanitation and trash removal.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Line cook experience

Multitasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Summary

The Line Cook position is responsible for assisting the back-of-house team with preparing ingredients and high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. This role plays a critical part in ensuring an excellent dining experience for our guests by executing menu items according to established recipes and standards.

Position Summary

The Line Cook position is responsible for assisting the back-of-house team with preparing ingredients and high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. This role plays a critical part in ensuring an excellent dining experience for our guests by executing menu items according to established recipes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and quality standards
• Ensure all food is cooked to the proper temperature and presentation
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before and during service
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service
• Handle food storage, labeling, and rotation to minimize waste
• Support closing and cleaning procedures, including equipment sanitation and trash removal
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous experience as a line cook or in a kitchen environment is preferred
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality
• Attention to detail with a focus on presentation and food safety

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.