Line Cook: Craft Quality Dishes in a Fast-Paced Kitchen

Cottage Grove Place; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Opportunities to grow culinary skills

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Cottage Grove Place in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a skilled culinary professional to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You will follow established recipes, maintain cleanliness and safety, and support timely service.

You’ll join a collaborative team, have opportunities to grow culinary skills, and be rewarded with competitive compensation based on experience. We value reliability, attention to detail, and a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen, restaurant, hospitality, or food service preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and procedures accurately.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift, bend, reach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure ingredients are properly measured, stored, labeled, and rotated for freshness and food safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout all shifts.
• Monitor food quality, taste, and appearance to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly.
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing deliveries as needed.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and comply with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely service and smooth kitchen operations.
• Support special requests, dietary needs, and menu adjustments as required.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking techniques

Kitchen safety & sanitation

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Follow recipes & procedures

Flexibility with shifts

Physical stamina

Job description

Cottage Grove Place in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a skilled culinary professional to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You will follow established recipes, maintain cleanliness and safety, and support timely service.

You’ll join a collaborative team, have opportunities to grow culinary skills, and be rewarded with competitive compensation based on experience. We value reliability, attention to detail, and a positive guest experience.