Line Cook: Dynamic, Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

Dartcor Hospitality; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage $21.00-22.00

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

401K

Job summary

Dartcor Hospitality is hiring a Line Cook to prepare and cook menu items to standardized recipes, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation. You’ll be an essential part of a fast-paced kitchen team, contributing to smooth service and tasty outcomes.

We value efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, PTO, and a 401K. Earn a competitive hourly wage and grow with a hospitality-focused company that values connection and culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Line Cook in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food prep, and equipment.
• Ability to work fast-paced while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Excellent time management and multitasking during service.
• Ability to follow recipes and kitchen protocols consistently.
• ServSafe Certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Cooking: follow standardized recipes and guidelines.
• Station Setup & Stocking: prepare stations before and during service.
• Sanitation & Safety: maintain clean prep areas per health rules.
• Portion Control & Waste Minimization: control portions, reduce waste.
• Dish Plating & Presentation: plate dishes with quality presentation.
• Inventory Management: monitor ingredients and notify when lows occur.
• Collaboration: work with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Line cook experience

Cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Time management

Follow recipes

Education

ServSafe Certification (nice to have)

Tools

Grill station

Job description

Dartcor Hospitality is hiring a Line Cook to prepare and cook menu items to standardized recipes, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation. You’ll be an essential part of a fast-paced kitchen team, contributing to smooth service and tasty outcomes.

We value efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, PTO, and a 401K. Earn a competitive hourly wage and grow with a hospitality-focused company that values connection and culture.