Line Cook At River Course

Kiawah Island Club; Johns Island (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee meals

Paid time off

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Kiawah Island Club in Johns Island, SC is seeking a dedicated Line Cook for its River Course kitchen. This position involves essential responsibilities including food preparation and maintaining kitchen cleanliness in a busy environment. Applicants should have a minimum of two years experience, and a great work ethic is essential.

Benefits include a comprehensive package with health coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement in the hospitality sector. The club values a work/life balance and offers free employee meals.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Line Cook.

Responsibilities

• Produce and provide premier food items while ensuring quality service.
• Prepare, cook, portion, and plate meals with a focus on presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned work areas.

Skills

Food presentation

Kitchen cleanliness

Teamwork

Job description

Reports to

Chief of Staff: Sous Chef

Summary

Line Cook position at River Course, the Kiawah Island Club location. The club is a premier private club. This role involves working a rotating schedule alongside grill, sauté, hot apps, raw bar, and garde manger stations. The kitchen is busy at all times, requiring cleanliness, punctuality, and a hard work ethic. There is ample opportunity to move around, learn, participate in daily specials, menu adjustments, and overall kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Produce and provide premier food items while ensuring quality service to members and guests
• Prepare, cook, portion, and plate meals with a focus on presentation
• Set up service units with the needed items
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned work areas and equipment
• Assist the Sous Chef with kitchen security and safety
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance
• Set up, maintain, and break down prep cook station
• Adhere to state and local health and safety regulations
• Assist in menu development and creation, paying attention to seasonal availability
• Store leftover food appropriately, inventory, and maintain stocks of food and supplies; receive, unpack, and store new deliveries in the appropriate location
• Ensure food preparation equipment, cooking and serving utensils, and kitchen work areas are orderly, clean, and sanitary
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Sous Chef

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Line Cook
• Previous fine‑dining experience preferred but not required

Benefits

• Knowledgeable and passionate management team
• Excellent compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) with employer contribution, fitness membership, and more
• Work/life balance
• Free parking
• Employee meals
• Opportunities for growth in hospitality at the club
• Paid time off including 12 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 9 holidays per year

Equal Opportunity Statement

KP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that uses EVerify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, KP and its affiliates do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.