Line Cook - Ocean Restaurant

Cape Arundel Inn; Kennebunkport (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401k match

Employee rates

Food discount

Career development

Relocation assistance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ocean Restaurant at Cape Arundel Inn & Resort in Kennebunkport, ME is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our award-winning culinary team. You will prepare high-quality dishes, keep a clean, organized kitchen, and collaborate with a talented crew to uphold our refined dining standards.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a culinary role, strong multitasking and communication skills, can stand 8+ hours, and lift 40 pounds in a fast-paced environment. Growth opportunities and competitive pay offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a culinary position.
• Strong multitasking and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours or more daily.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds regularly.
• High level of professionalism.
• Comfortable working with a team in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent verbal communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet cleaning standards for kitchen, prep areas, and storage.
• Memorize serving portion sizes and basic meal prep procedures.
• Monitor product freshness and rotate stock per schedule.
• Work with cooks to prep portions for other shifts when needed.
• Prepare basic components of each dish using proven recipes.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Follow the chef de cuisine’s guidance in prep for service.

Skills

Culinary experience

Multitasking

Stand/walk 8h

Heavy lifting

Team player

Communication

Job description

Ocean Restaurant, the signature dining experience at the Cape Arundel Inn & Resort, is seeking a skilled and motivated Line Cook to join our award-winning culinary team.

Perched above the Atlantic and set within one of Kennebunkport’s most iconic coastal destinations, Ocean Restaurant features an elegant, seasonal menu and fresh New England ingredients. As a Line Cook, you’ll work closely with our talented culinary team to prepare high-quality dishes with precision and care, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and uphold the exceptional standards that define the Ocean dining experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional looking to grow their skills in a refined, fast-paced kitchen environment.

Job Summary

• Ensure that the kitchen, all food prep areas, and all food storage areas meet restaurant cleaning standards


• Memorize and utilize our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures used in the kitchen


• Monitor product freshness and rotate out old products based on a schedule created by the restaurant


• Work with a team of cooks to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed


• Prepare basic components of each dish on our menu using our proven recipes


• Demonstrates strong organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills


• Follows the direction of the chef de cuisine in preparing for service

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years working in a culinary position


• Ability to multitask with strong time management and organizational skills


• Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day


• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds at a time on a regular basis


• High level of professionalism


• Comfortable working with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment


• Excellent verbal communication and organization skills

About Kennebunkport Resort Collection

The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond//Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort//Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn//The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel//Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, and Lodge on the Cove//The Dory.

KRC is proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time- and Full-Time employees.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability


• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options


• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts


• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals


• Flexible and understanding work-life equality


• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents


• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary


• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments


• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations


• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations


• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers


• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners


• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement


• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing


• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles


• Supportive, open workplace culture


• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources

Why Join our team?

Join our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem-solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business.

As a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like-minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. Our Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand-picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community.

Kennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company-funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.

Ready to learn more?

Visit us online at www.kennebunkportresortcollection.com and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality at www.eoshospitality.com for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference.