Line Cook/Pasta Maker

Woodstock-Cafe-1; Woodstock (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Company parties

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Woodstock Cafe in Woodstock, VA is seeking a talented Line Cook/Pasta Maker to join our kitchen team. You’ll craft handmade pasta and support a fast-paced cafe environment with a focus on quality and consistency.

You will collaborate with the team, maintain clean stations, follow recipes, and contribute to a welcoming local dining spot known for its scratch-made offerings. This role offers steady shifts, opportunities for advancement, and a chance to showcase your culinary passion in a beloved

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience in a restaurant or cafe setting.
• Hands-on experience making fresh pasta from scratch.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and consistency.
• Reliable, punctual, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Food handler certification or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute fresh, handmade pasta dishes daily.
• Maintain line cook stations and ensure smooth service during peak hours.
• Follow recipes and plating standards to ensure consistent quality.
• Monitor prep, portioning, and storage to meet health standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate timing and execution of orders.
• Assist with mise en place and kitchen organization before each shift.
• Keep workstations clean, sanitized, and stocked throughout service.

Skills

Line cook experience

Fresh pasta making

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role:

Woodstock Cafe in Woodstock, VA is looking for a talented and passionate Line Cook/Pasta Maker to join our kitchen team! If you love crafting fresh, handmade pasta and thrive in a fast-paced culinary environment, this is the perfect opportunity to bring your skills to a welcoming local cafe.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute fresh, handmade pasta dishes from scratch daily
• Maintain line cook stations and ensure smooth, efficient service during peak hours
• Follow recipes and plating standards to ensure consistent food quality
• Monitor food prep, portioning, and storage to meet health and safety standards
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate timing and execution of orders
• Assist with mise en place, prep work, and kitchen organization before each shift
• Keep workstations clean, sanitized, and stocked throughout service

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a line cook in a restaurant or cafe setting
• Hands-on experience making fresh pasta from scratch is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and consistency
• Reliable, punctual, and a team-oriented attitude
• Food handler certification or willingness to obtain one

About Us:

Woodstock Cafe is a beloved local dining destination in the heart of Woodstock, VA, known for its warm atmosphere and scratch-made, quality food. Our guests keep coming back for the care and creativity we put into every dish we serve. We take pride in building a kitchen team that feels like family — come grow with us!We