Line Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, PTO, Medical & Dining Discounts

Tribute Eatery & Bar; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance 50%

Dental & Vision

401(k) matching

Dining discount

Employee assistance program

Restaurant discounts across Iowa and 2

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Tribute Eatery & Bar in Ankeny, IA is seeking Line Cooks to join our busy kitchen team. We prep, set up stations, and cook menu items with grills, fryers, and sauté stations while maintaining quality and organization.

You’ll follow recipes, label and store food properly, and communicate with the team to keep service smooth. We offer competitive pay ($15–$22/hour based on experience), full- and part-time opportunities, and benefits such as PTO, medical/dental/vision options, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous restaurant kitchen or line cook experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant kitchen.
• Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Able to stand and move throughout the kitchen for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and recipes needed for daily service.
• Set up and stock station with food, supplies, and equipment.
• Cook menu items using grills, fryers, sauté stations, broilers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Follow recipes, portion guidelines, and established quality standards.
• Maintain consistent food preparation throughout service.
• Label, rotate, store, and handle food properly.
• Keep stations and equipment clean and organized.
• Complete cleaning, stocking, inventory, and food storage tasks.
• Communicate with kitchen leaders and teammates during shifts.
• Support prep and line operations based on kitchen needs.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Team player

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Stand for long periods

Tools

Grills & fryers

Sauté stations

Job description

Tribute Eatery & Bar in Ankeny, IA is seeking Line Cooks to join our busy kitchen team. We prep, set up stations, and cook menu items with grills, fryers, and sauté stations while maintaining quality and organization.

You’ll follow recipes, label and store food properly, and communicate with the team to keep service smooth. We offer competitive pay ($15–$22/hour based on experience), full- and part-time opportunities, and benefits such as PTO, medical/dental/vision options, and a 401(k) plan.