Line Cook

Strasburg Rail Road; Strasburg Township (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Train ride passes & cafe discounts

Job summary

Strasburg Rail Road is seeking a part-time line cook for Café 1832 in Strasburg, PA. Prepare scratch-made meals, work across grill, sauté, fryers, ovens, and rotisserie, and serve food to trains and the dining car.

Expect busy service, team collaboration, and opportunities to engage with guests. Qualifications include 1–2 years line cook or prep cook experience, basic cooking terms and food safety knowledge, and a ServSafe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• 1–2 years of line cook or prep cook experience preferred.
• Familiar with basic cooking terms and food safety best practices.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and efficiently.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, cheerful under pressure.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• RAM P certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prep ingredients and cook menu items from scratch in the Café 1832 kitchen using established recipes.
• Work at every station on the line: grill, sauté, fryers, ovens, and rotisserie.
• Prepare food for the Dining Car and other train services.
• Carry prepared food and beverages from the café to the trains before each departure.
• Store food at the right temperature and rotate stock according to procedures.
• Keep your station clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Restock the kitchen for the next shift and follow opening and closing procedures.
• Communicate and work closely with teammates to keep service running smoothly.
• Talk with guests when it is appropriate.
• Help with dishwashing and other tasks to support the team.

Skills

Line cook experience

Food safety basics

Follow recipes accurately

Reliability and punctuality

Strong work ethic

Cheerful attitude under pressure

ServSafe certification

RAM P certification

Tools

ServSafe Food Handler

Server/Seller RAM P certification

Job description

Café 1832 Line Cook, Part-Time Strasburg Rail Road · Strasburg, PA · Part-Time · Hourly

Cook Where the Trains Run!

Strasburg Rail Road is America's oldest operating short-line railroad and one of Lancaster County's favorite attractions. We are hiring part-time line cooks to prepare scratch-made meals and snacks at Café 1832. Guests from all over the world enjoy that food in the café and in our Dining Car. If you enjoy a busy kitchen, care about quality, and want a workplace with real character, come join our crew.

What You Will Do

• Prep ingredients and cook menu items from scratch in the Café 1832 kitchen using established recipes.
• Work at every station on the line: grill, sauté, fryers, ovens, and rotisserie.
• Prepare food for the Dining Car and other train services.
• Carry prepared food and beverages from the café to the trains before each departure.
• Store food at the right temperature and rotate stock according to procedures.
• Keep your station clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Restock the kitchen for the next shift and follow opening and closing procedures.
• Communicate and work closely with teammates to keep service running smoothly.
• Talk with guests when it is appropriate.
• Help with dishwashing and other tasks to support the team.

What We Are Looking For

• At least 18 years old
• 1–2 years of line cook, or prep cook experience preferred
• Familiarity with basic cooking terms and food safety best practices
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and efficiently.
• A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a cheerful attitude under pressure
• Reliability and punctuality
• A real desire to learn and to go beyond what guests expect.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification preferred.
• Server/Seller RAMP certification a plus

Schedule

• Part-time, up to 29 hours per week
• Shifts vary based on trains, events, and operating schedules.
• Days, evenings, weekends, and holidays are expected.
• Work during special events is required, including Day Out with Thomas, the Christmas season, Easter, and Mother's Day

Why You will Love Working Here

• A one-of-a-kind workplace at a historic Lancaster County attraction
• Flexible part-time scheduling, great for students, retirees, or a second job
• 401(k) retirement plan
• A friendly team and guests who are excited to be here.
• Paid training
• Enjoy employee perks, such as train ride passes, café and Gift Shop discounts.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work takes place mostly indoors in the café kitchen, with some time outdoors and in train cars when bringing food to the trains.
• Fast-paced, noisy kitchen environment with frequent walking and standing.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
• Regular work with and around alcoholic beverages and ingredients
• Uniform required, including apron, jacket, and slip-resistant shoes; PPE provided as needed.

Strasburg Rail Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for employees, guests, and visitors. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.