Line Cook - Part-Time

Vacatia; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Meadow Lake Resort in Columbia Falls, MT is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join Meadow Lake Bar & Grille. Rate of Pay: $19.00 per hour. You will prepare and cook menu items per recipes, while maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced resort kitchen.

Join a collaborative kitchen team focused on quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction. Ideal candidates have line cook experience, strong teamwork, and the ability to thrive under pressure during lunch and dinner services.

Qualifications

• Experience as a line cook or in a kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• Passion for food quality and presentation.
• Experience with lunch and dinner service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and in compliance with sanitation guidelines
• Operate grills, ovens, broilers, and other kitchen equipment efficiently
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Assist with food prep, ingredient organization, and inventory rotation
• Coordinate with fellow kitchen staff to ensure smooth service operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Support chefs and managers as needed during service

Skills

Line cook exp

Food safety

High-volume work

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Food presentation

Guest satisfaction

Job description

Meadow Lake Resort is seeking a skilled, energetic, and team-oriented Line Cook to join the Meadow Lake Bar & Grille team.

Rate of Pay: $19.00 per hour

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and in compliance with sanitation guidelines
• Operate grills, ovens, broilers, and other kitchen equipment efficiently
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Assist with food prep, ingredient organization, and inventory rotation
• Coordinate with fellow kitchen staff to ensure smooth service operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Support chefs and managers as needed during service

What We’re Looking For

• Previous line cook or kitchen experience preferred
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Passion for food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction
• Knowledge of lunch and dinner menu preparation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 30+ pounds
• Ability to stand for extended shifts of 8+ hours
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment
• Ability to hear and communicate clearly during busy service periods

Why Join Meadow Lake?

• Work at one of Northwest Montana’s premier resort destinations
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive culinary team
• Opportunity for growth within hospitality and resort operations
• Incredible setting surrounded by mountains, golf, and outdoor adventure

If you’re ready to bring your culinary skills and positive energy to Meadow Lake Bar & Grille, apply today and become part of an exceptional hospitality team!