Line Cook (Part-Time, Week Night Availability)

ndgcharleston; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Modern Health (therapy, coaching)

Next-day Pay

Employee perks & discounts

Dining discounts

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

The James on James Island, Charleston, is seeking passionate and skilled Line Cooks to join our growing, hospitality-driven team. The role offers high earning potential and a chef-driven kitchen focused on quality and consistency.

We look for 1+ year of experience in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen, a team-first mindset, and a strong commitment to technique, cleanliness, and communication. Benefits and growth opportunities are available to dedicated full-time staff.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to follow recipes and presentation standards.
• Commitment to teamwork and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Execute dishes with precision, speed, and attention to detail.
• Follow recipes and plating standards to ensure consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient station throughout service.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Uphold all food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Line cook experience

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Line Cook – The James (James Island, SC)
Join Our Growing, Hospitality-Driven Team!

The James is seeking passionate and skilled Line Cooks to join our team!

Pay Range: $20-$26

About Us:
The James is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic American fare in the heart of James Island, Charleston. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, The James serves familiar, comforting dishes with genuine hospitality—creating a welcoming community space that guests love to return to. Locally operated by The Neighborhood Dining Group—the team behind acclaimed restaurants like Husk, Delaney Oyster House, Minero, and Marbled & Fin—The James upholds a culture rooted in quality, service, and people-first leadership.

Who We're Looking For:

You are passionate, professional, and committed to teamwork—someone who thrives in a high-performing kitchen and brings energy to every service. This is an opportunity to work in a chef-driven kitchen committed to quality and consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Execute dishes with precision, speed, and attention to detail
• Follow recipes and presentation standards to ensure consistency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient station throughout service
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to deliver a seamless and elevated guest experience
• Uphold all food safety and sanitation standards
• Take pride in your work and bring professionalism to every shift

What You'll Bring:

• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume, high-quality kitchen
• Focused, dependable, and driven to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a team-first mindset
• Committed to excellence in technique, cleanliness, and communication

What We Offer:

• A dynamic, growth-oriented environment with high earning potential
• Outstanding benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (must work Full-Time)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) (must work Full-Time)
  • Employer paid Therapy, Coaching, and Mental Health Resource (Modern Health)
  • Next-day Pay: work today, get paid tomorrow
  • Employee Perks & Discounts (Working Advantage)
  • Dining discounts, gym membership discounts

If you're ready to grow your culinary career with a restaurant group that values passion, professionalism, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.