Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Team-Driven Prep

Jerome Village Bar and Grille; Plain City (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Jerome Village Bar and Grille is seeking a Line Cook to join our busy kitchen team. You will prepare and plate items with attention to quality and presentation while maintaining pace to support fast service.

Responsibilities include following recipes, monitoring temps and portions, assisting other stations, and upholding food safety and sanitation standards to ensure consistent, high-quality meals for guests.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook, restaurant kitchen, or comparable food preparation experience preferred.
• Experience working multiple kitchen stations preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and productive under pressure.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to follow recipes, preparation instructions, portion standards, and plating specifications.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve during service.
• Ability to independently prepare, maintain, and close an assigned kitchen station according to company standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and consistency.
• Reliable, punctual, and accountable.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support fellow team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff, Front of House employees, and management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portions, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Maintain appropriate pace and organization while prioritizing tickets during service.
• Ensure food is prepared accurately, consistently, and within established ticket-time expectations.
• Monitor food quality, temperature, portioning, and presentation throughout service.
• Maintain consistency in preparation and plating regardless of business volume.
• Communicate product shortages, unavailable menu items, or quality concerns to Kitchen Leadership promptly.
• Support other stations and team members during high-volume periods as needed.
• Maintain awareness of incoming orders and communicate effectively with fellow kitchen team members to support efficient ticket execution.
• Follow established procedures for modifications, special requests, and allergy-related orders.
• Properly set up, stock, maintain, and break down assigned stations.
• Complete required preparation and side work before, during, and after service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
• Follow proper food storage, labeling, dating, rotation, and FIFO procedures.
• Monitor product levels and communicate restocking or preparation needs before items run out.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and production as assigned.
• Minimize food waste through proper preparation, portion control, storage, and product handling.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and work areas according to established cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Report equipment concerns, maintenance needs, safety hazards, or product issues to Kitchen Leadership promptly.

Skills

Line cook experience

Multi-station experience

High-volume cooking

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Jerome Village Bar and Grille is seeking a Line Cook to join our busy kitchen team. You will prepare and plate items with attention to quality and presentation while maintaining pace to support fast service.

Responsibilities include following recipes, monitoring temps and portions, assisting other stations, and upholding food safety and sanitation standards to ensure consistent, high-quality meals for guests.