Line Cook - Milk & Honey

Thompson Hospitality; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

At Milk & Honey, a vibrant New Orleans themed restaurant, we seek a Line Cook to create delicious Southern dishes. Utilize your culinary passion and skills as you work in a dynamic kitchen environment, contributing to memorable dining experiences while adhering to high standards of quality and food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and work near hot surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute a range of Southern-inspired dishes.
• Maintain high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
• Ensure a clean and hygienic work environment.

Skills

Culinary experience

Cooking techniques

Food handling procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Ignite your culinary passion at Milk & Honey, a vibrant New Orleans themed Southern Brunch destination. As a Line Cook, you'll be an integral part of our kitchen team, creating delectable dishes that showcase the rich flavors of the South. From sizzling skillets to soulful comfort food, you'll bring our menu to life with your culinary expertise. Join us and embark on a culinary journey where your skills and creativity will be celebrated, and where every plate you prepare will contribute to an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and executing a wide range of Southern-inspired dishes with precision and attention to detail.
• Following recipes and maintaining high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
• Collaborating with the culinary team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operation
• Practicing proper food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and hygienic work environment.
• Adhering to established cooking methods, portion sizes, and plating techniques to deliver consistent and exceptional dishes.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workstation, ensuring that equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment, supporting fellow team members and promoting a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and adapt to changing demands.
• Attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering exceptional food to our guests.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays
• Stand and move for the duration of shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work near hot surfaces and open flames.
• Use knives and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform repetitive motions (chopping, stirring).

Who We Are:

Milk & Honey is a vibrant New Orleans themed Southern Brunch destination. We offer flavorful dishes from brunch through dinner, including popular items like Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and Mimosa Towers. Known for its warm, modern Southern cuisine and inviting atmosphere, guests can dine in or take their favorites to go. Every meal is a memorable experience meant to be shared.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and adapt to changing demands.
• Attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering exceptional food to our guests.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays
• Stand and move for the duration of shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work near hot surfaces and open flames.
• Use knives and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform repetitive motions (chopping, stirring).

Who We Are:

Milk & Honey is a vibrant New Orleans themed Southern Brunch destination. We offer flavorful dishes from brunch through dinner, including popular items like Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and Mimosa Towers. Known for its warm, modern Southern cuisine and inviting atmosphere, guests can dine in or take their favorites to go. Every meal is a memorable experience meant to be shared.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Preparing and executing a wide range of Southern-inspired dishes with precision and attention to detail.
• Following recipes and maintaining high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
• Collaborating with the culinary team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operation
• Practicing proper food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and hygienic work environment.
• Adhering to established cooking methods, portion sizes, and plating techniques to deliver consistent and exceptional dishes.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workstation, ensuring that equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment, supporting fellow team members and promoting a culture of excellence.