Line Cook at Pig & Grits, LLC

Pig-; Burnsville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Positive team culture

Job summary

Pig & Grits in Burnsville, NC is seeking hardworking team members for a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare and cook menu items, ensure plates meet quality standards, and maintain a clean work station while following food safety protocols.

We value teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Previous kitchen experience helps but is not required as you’ll be trained and mentored by the team.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Team-first mentality.
• Attention to detail and consistency.
• Willingness to learn and receive coaching.
• Pride in producing quality food.
• Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Pig & Grits recipes and standards.
• Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen meets quality expectations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work station.
• Work efficiently during busy service periods.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards.
• Help with prep, stocking, cleaning, and closing duties.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and leaders.
• Support the team wherever needed to ensure a great guest experience.

Job description

At Pig & Grits, we believe great food starts with great people.

We're looking for hardworking, dependable team members who take pride in their craft and enjoy being part of a kitchen that values quality, teamwork, and consistency. Whether you've worked in kitchens for years or you're eager to learn, we're looking for people who care about doing things the right way and serving food they're proud to put their name on.

If you enjoy staying busy, working with a strong team, and creating food that keeps guests coming back, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Pig & Grits recipes and standards
• Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen meets quality expectations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work station
• Work efficiently during busy service periods
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards
• Help with prep, stocking, cleaning, and closing duties
• Communicate effectively with teammates and leaders
• Support the team wherever needed to ensure a great guest experience

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Team-first mentality
• Attention to detail and consistency
• Willingness to learn and receive coaching
• Pride in producing quality food
• Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not required

What Success Looks Like

• Showing up ready to work every shift
• Taking ownership of your station/shift
• Maintaining speed without sacrificing quality
• Supporting your teammates when they need help
• Taking pride in every plate served
• Constantly looking for ways to improve

Our Culture

At Pig & Grits, we're building more than a kitchen. We're building a team.

We believe the best kitchens are made up of people who work hard, trust each other, communicate well, and hold one another to a high standard. We care deeply about quality, but we also believe work should be enjoyable. We celebrate wins, develop leaders, and create opportunities for growth.

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Heart of Hospitality – Great guest experiences begin in the kitchen.
• Lead with Integrity – We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
• Promise to Freshness – We take pride in serving food made with care and quality.
• Teamwork – We work together and have each other's backs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Meal discounts
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Positive team culture
• Consistent leadership and development

Location

Burnsville, NC

Work hard. Cook great food. Be part of something bigger than yourself.