Line Cook & Kitchen Lead — Fast-Paced, Team-Driven

Steelbound Williamsville; Village of Williamsville (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

Steelbound Williamsville is seeking a Line Cook/Line Lead to join our kitchen team in Williamsville, NY. You will prepare and cook dishes with precision, following recipes and standards, while leading others during service.

Ideal candidates bring restaurant experience, knife skills, and a strong commitment to food safety. This in-person role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and high-quality plating in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a restaurant or food service environment.
• Knowledge of dietary and safety practices is a plus for accommodating special needs.
• Skilled in food handling, knife techniques, and meal prep to maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Handle prep tasks such as chopping, marinating, portioning, and assembling ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations with strict sanitation.
• Support food handling during service to ensure proper storage and freshness.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and timing.
• Assist with catering events by preparing large quantities while preserving quality.

Skills

Restaurant kitchen experience

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Steelbound Williamsville is seeking a Line Cook/Line Lead to join our kitchen team in Williamsville, NY. You will prepare and cook dishes with precision, following recipes and standards, while leading others during service.

Ideal candidates bring restaurant experience, knife skills, and a strong commitment to food safety. This in-person role emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and high-quality plating in a fast-paced setting.