Line Cook — Master Your Station in a Fast Kitchen

Miskiri Hospitality Group; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Miskiri Hospitality Group is seeking a line cook to own a station on our line, prep, cook, and plate to spec, and communicate with the team to ensure hot, correct, on-time tickets. You will maintain a clean, stocked station and assist with other stations as needed.

Ideal candidates have 1-2+ years in a professional kitchen or strong prep experience, solid knife skills, and the ability to work quickly under pressure. Food handler's card within 30 days is required; Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years in a professional kitchen, or strong prep experience and a clear willingness to learn.
• Solid knife skills and comfort with standard cooking methods (sauté, grill, fry, roast).
• Ability to work fast and stay organized under pressure without dropping quality.
• Clear communicator who takes direction and gives it when needed.
• Reliable and on time - you show up for your team.
• Food handler's card [required / must be obtained within 30 days of hire]
• [Optional: Ability to read and follow recipes in English; conversational Spanish a plus]

Responsibilities

• Set up, stock, and break down your assigned station each shift
• Execute dishes to recipe and plating standards, consistently and at speed
• Complete daily prep lists and label, date, and rotate product (FIFO)
• Call and respond during service; work in sync with the expo and other stations
• Hold food safety and sanitation standards at all times, including proper holding temps and cooling procedures
• Keep equipment clean and report maintenance issues promptly
• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries; check product quality and quantities
• Help control waste and portion costs
• Pitch in on other stations and with closing duties as needed

Skills

Line cook

Knife skills

Fast-paced

Food safety

Communication

Spanish (plus)

Job description

Miskiri Hospitality Group is seeking a line cook to own a station on our line, prep, cook, and plate to spec, and communicate with the team to ensure hot, correct, on-time tickets. You will maintain a clean, stocked station and assist with other stations as needed.

Ideal candidates have 1-2+ years in a professional kitchen or strong prep experience, solid knife skills, and the ability to work quickly under pressure. Food handler's card within 30 days is required; Spanish a plus.