Line Cook I (Seasonal) | Outlook Inn

Columbia Hospitality; Eastsound (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Get Paid Daily

Paid Time off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability

401K

HSA/FSA Plans

Discounted lodging

Discounted dining

Discounted spa

Discounted golf

Discounted retail

Employee assistance program

Columbia Cares volunteer opportunities

Committee participation

Referral bonus

Online learning platform

Job summary

Outlook Inn & New Leaf Café on Orcas Island is seeking a seasonal Line Cook I to join our kitchen team. You will prepare menu items, follow recipes, and supervise line cooks to maintain quality and timely service.

You’ll work with professional equipment, sharpen knife skills, help with banquet service, and ensure safe food handling and inventory. This role supports Columbia Hospitality’s commitment to creating exceptional experiences in a welcoming, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience.
• Cook proteins to pre-determined temperatures.
• Direct a banquet up to 100 with a small team.
• State Food Handler’s License(s) required.
• Read and present information clearly to staff.
• Sauce knowledge: mother and minor sauces.
• Butchering techniques and knife skills.
• Familiar with slicer, Robo-coup, Hobart, convection ovens.
• Able to work full-time, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and guest specifications.
• Cooks proteins to pre-determined temperatures and checks quality.
• Leads small culinary teams in banquet execution and daily prep.
• Follows proper food handling and storage per regulations.
• Conducts inventory and communicates replenishment needs to Chef team.
• Maintains sanitary and well-maintained kitchen areas and equipment.
• Operates kitchen equipment like slicers, Robo-coup, Hobart, and convection ovens.
• Demonstrates knife skills and proper butchering techniques.
• Adjusts prep for flavor and presentation to guest needs.
• Provides direction to line cooks during service.
• Attends meetings and training sessions.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Supports departmental goals.

Skills

Industry experience

Protein cooking temps

Banquet service

Food handler license

Communication

Sauce knowledge

Butchering techniques

Kitchen equipment

Knife skills

Availability

Job description

Line Cook I (Seasonal) | Outlook Inn & New Leaf Cafe

Create menu magic and make hungry people happy. Showcase your skills by preparing new menu items and daily preparation requirements, providing guidance to line cooks, conducting inventories, and ensuring sanitary and well‑maintained food preparation areas, as well as safe food handling. Cook I is responsible for opening and closing kitchen procedures with the ability to accommodate customer needs in a timely manner.

The Perks

• Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Hourly Pay Range: $20-22 DOE
• Tip/Tip Pooling Eligible
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight‑knit, inclusive, values‑driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:

• Prepares menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and guest specifications.
• Cooks proteins to pre‑determined temperatures and ensures quality and consistency of dishes.
• Leads small culinary teams in banquet execution and daily preparation needs.
• Follows proper food handling and storage practices in accordance with local and state regulations.
• Conducts inventory, monitors product levels, and communicates replenishment needs to the Chef team.
• Ensures sanitary and well‑maintained food preparation areas and kitchen equipment.
• Operates and maintains specialized kitchen equipment including slicers, Robo‑Coup, Hobart mixers, and convection ovens.
• Demonstrates mastery of knife skills and proper butchering techniques.
• Adjusts preparations for flavor and presentation while accommodating guest needs in a timely manner.
• Provides direction and guidance to line cooks during service to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Attends all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Other tasks as assigned based on business needs and levels.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by management to support departmental and organizational goals.

What You Bring

• 5+ years industry experience
• Able to cook proteins to pre‑determined temperatures
• Ability to cook and assist in directing a banquet up to 100 with a help of a small team
• Necessary State Food Handler’s License(s)
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Working knowledge of all mother and minor sauces
• Working knowledge of proper butchering techniques
• Knowledge of specialized equipment: Mastering of slicer, Robo-coup, Hobart, convection ovens
• Must possess knife skills, the ability to adjust preparations for flavor, and accommodate customer’s needs in a timely manner
• Ability to work full‑time, weekends and holidays

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Where you’ll work:

‘The Gem of The San Juan Islands’, Outlook Inn has a rich and colorful history on Orcas Island, dating back to 1888. At Outlook Inn, guests are well cared for by a loyal team of islanders, made up of the most passionate, creative, hard‑working people working in the hospitality industry today. Guests enjoy the finest dining experience on the island at the wonderful New Leaf Café where they make any event truly memorable, including weddings and special occasions.

The Fine Print

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.