Line Cook — Fast-Paced Diner Kitchen Pro

Black Bear Diner; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Bear Diner in Boise, Idaho is seeking a dedicated Line Cook/Prep Cook to prepare and plate high-quality menu items, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support a fast-paced service environment. The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities to assist in various kitchen stations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and teamwork, ensuring consistent food quality and guest satisfaction in a family-friendly setting.

Qualifications

• Patience and positive attitude are essential.
• Good humor helps maintain a friendly work environment.
• Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure during peak service.
• Ability to multitask across prep, cook, and plating tasks.
• Communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, plate and finish all food items according to Black Bear Diner procedures and standards.
• Stock and rotate all products to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and keep equipment in good working order.
• Assist in off-peak prep and complete side work as assigned.
• Close the kitchen correctly using the closing checklist and assist others in closing tasks.

Skills

Patience

Good humor

Enthusiastic

Calm under pressure

Multi-tasking

Clear communication

Job description

Black Bear Diner in Boise, Idaho is seeking a dedicated Line Cook/Prep Cook to prepare and plate high-quality menu items, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support a fast-paced service environment. The role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities to assist in various kitchen stations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate patience, enthusiasm, and teamwork, ensuring consistent food quality and guest satisfaction in a family-friendly setting.