Line Cook

Max Hospitality; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Discount on Meals

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Growth and Advanc e

401(k) with matching up to 4%

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Referral program

Life, accident, critical illness & pet

Career development within the Max Hosp

Max Hospitality group

Job summary

Max’s Oyster Bar in West Hartford, CT is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join a fast-paced, upscale kitchen focusing on high-quality seafood. You will execute prep and line work across multiple stations, maintain a clean and sanitary environment, and ensure recipes and plating meet exacting standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of line cook experience in fine-dining or upscale casual settings, with strong knife skills, reliability, and the ability to work well under pressure as part of a

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Line Cook (2–3 years strongly required).
• Experience working in fine-dining or upscale casual kitchens preferred.
• Familiarity with multiple stations: grill, sauté, pantry.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
• Ability to follow recipes, plating standards and prep instructions.

Responsibilities

• Execute prep and line work for lunch and dinner service across multiple stations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment at all times.
• Consistently follow recipes and plating specifications to maintain quality standards.
• Work closely with Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and fellow cooks to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Assist with daily prep tasks such as chopping, butchering, and sauce preparation.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Support a culture of respect, collaboration, and professional growth in the kitchen.

Skills

Line cook experience

Knife skills

Teamwork under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Tools

Grill station

Sauté station

Pantry station

Job description

Line Cook – Max’s Oyster Bar, West Hartford, CT

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Line Cook with open availability to join our culinary team in a fast‑paced, upscale kitchen focused on high‑quality seafood.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Employee Discount on Meals
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• 401(k) with matching up to 4%
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Referral program
• Life, accident, critical illness & pet insurance
• Career development within the Max Hospitality group

Responsibilities

• Execute prep and line work for lunch and dinner service across multiple stations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment at all times
• Consistently follow recipes and plating specifications to maintain quality standards
• Work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and fellow cooks to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Assist with daily prep tasks such as chopping, butchering, and sauce preparation
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and minimize waste
• Support a culture of respect, collaboration, and professional growth in the kitchen

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Line Cook (2–3 years strongly required)
• Prior work in a fine‑dining or upscale casual kitchen environment strongly preferred
• Experience working all stations including grill, sauté, and pantry
• Familiarity with scratch kitchens and high‑volume service
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability
• Ability to follow recipes, plating standards, and prep instructions with precision
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a team‑focused environment
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and proper food handling procedures

Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere

Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.