Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Schedule

D.L. Mack's; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Family meals

Dining discounts at Vandelay concepts

Closed on major holidays

Job summary

D.L. Mack’s in Dallas is seeking a Line Cook to deliver exceptional culinary experiences by executing menu recipes with precision, consistency, and pride. You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, ensuring flavors, presentation, and timing meet Vandelay’s standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of restaurant experience, a strong work ethic, and solid fundamentals in cooking, mise en place, and knife skills. A food handler certification is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1–2 years of culinary experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Strong work ethic with a passion for delivering high-quality food and guest experiences.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Solid understanding of culinary fundamentals, including cooking methods, mise en place, and knife skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to consistency, cleanliness, and proper food safety practices.
• Ability to take direction, receive feedback, and work collaboratively in a team-driven environment.
• Food handler certification as required by state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Execute all menu recipes with precision, consistency, and adherence to Vandelay’s culinary standards.
• Prepare dishes according to guest requests, portion guidelines, temperature specifications, and company timing standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station throughout service, following all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tickets at once, ensuring accuracy and seamless pacing during high-volume periods.
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team and front-of-house partners to support smooth, efficient service.
• Follow proper cooking techniques, knife skills, and equipment usage to ensure quality and safety.
• Uphold plate presentation standards so every dish leaving the kitchen reflects Vandelay’s commitment to excellence.
• Assist with daily prep, stock rotation, and storage to maintain freshness and consistency across all menu items.
• Execute opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures according to kitchen guidelines.

Skills

Culinary fundamentals

Mise en place

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Ability to take direction

Work ethic

Education

Food handler certification

Job description

D.L. Mack’s in Dallas is seeking a Line Cook to deliver exceptional culinary experiences by executing menu recipes with precision, consistency, and pride. You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, ensuring flavors, presentation, and timing meet Vandelay’s standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of restaurant experience, a strong work ethic, and solid fundamentals in cooking, mise en place, and knife skills. A food handler certification is required.