Line Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen Leader with Growth & Perks

Crooked Hammock Brewery; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Team events + outings

Wellness program

Leadership development

Job summary

Crooked Hammock Brewery is seeking a Line Cook to lead and support our kitchen operations. You will prepare meats, seafood and vegetables across a range of cooking methods, ensuring quality and portion control while maintaining a clean, safe station.

The role requires 1–3 years of kitchen experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work nights in a fast-paced setting. Competitive starting wage and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years full-service restaurant kitchen experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Culinary degree preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States
• Must be able to work nights
• Must possess strong understanding of cooking methods & procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read & follow cooking directions and other instructions pertaining to the position
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry heavy materials up to 50lbs

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Know and comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Assist other areas in the Back of the House when needed.
• Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing the kitchen.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; must Enjoy the Ride!

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Work nights

Stamina

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Knife handling

Food safety guidelines

Job description

Crooked Hammock Brewery is seeking a Line Cook to lead and support our kitchen operations. You will prepare meats, seafood and vegetables across a range of cooking methods, ensuring quality and portion control while maintaining a clean, safe station.

The role requires 1–3 years of kitchen experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work nights in a fast-paced setting. Competitive starting wage and growth opportunities are provided.