Line Cook - Poole's Diner

Ashley Christensen Restaurant; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashley Christensen Restaurant is seeking dedicated line cooks to join their team at Poole's Diner. The environment is fast-paced and focuses on high-quality food and exceptional service. Candidates should be passionate about the hospitality industry and ready to grow in a supportive culture that values professional development.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive pay model

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Some kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Passionate about hospitality and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prep, cook, and season ingredients as per Chef de Cuisine specifications.
• Keep workspaces clean and safe.
• Manage time effectively during service.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Knives

Grinders

Ovens

Commercial dishwashers

Job description

Below is a list of current open positions with Ashley Christensen Restaurants. If you would like to apply for multiple positions, please submit individual applications for each. If you don't see a position that fits your qualifications, you can apply generally instead. We are always looking for talented and passionate people to work with. Cheers.

Why Join Us?

We strive to create careers in hospitality; not just jobs. Our work culture is rooted in high performance, respect, professional growth, and connection to the community—and it is constantly evolving to better serve our employees.

Here are some of the programs and benefits that we practice and believe in:

• Insurance for full time employees: health, vision, dental, life, short term disability
• Paid time off for all employees
• Employee Assistance Program, including free counseling sessions
• Progressive, competitive wage model (no sub-minimum wage)

We encourage professional growth through regular check-ins, annual performance reviews, and cross-training opportunities.

Expected hourly compensation, including tips: $15/hour to $22/hour

Are you ready to work for a company that appreciates your unique perspective and wants to help you grow? Do you enjoy a fast-paced work environment with great people and fun, professional vibes? Do you love good food and hospitality? Poole's Diner, the flagship in the family of restaurants owned and operated by James Beard Award-winning chef Ashley Christensen, is hiring line cooks! We are seeking dedicated, dependable kitchen professionals who will play an integral part in the preparation and execution of our renowned menus.

Job Description:

• Cook like a boss. Take pride in your craft and approach it thoughtfully to ensure that every dish enhances our guests’ experiences. Prep, cook, and season ingredients consistently, according to the specifications laid out by the Chef de Cuisine.
• Keep it neat and tidy. Keep equipment, work surfaces, and your general appearance clean and sanitary. Your workspace should impress the neatest of neat freaks.
• Keep it safe and organized. Multitask and manage time effectively, both during prep and during service. Fastidiously check temperatures, use thermometers, and organize ingredients to monitor for freshness and quality, and to ensure food safety.

Job Skills and Requirements:

• You are 18 or older.
• You have some kitchen experience (not required).
• You’re dependable, honest, and professional.
• You have excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• You work well as part of a team, and leave ego at the door.
• You’re familiar with the following tools: ovens (gas and Combi), knives, grinders, graters, blenders, slicers, commercial dishwashers, Robocoupes, ranges, hood systems, cryovac machines, thermometers.
• You’re passionate about the hospitality industry and hungry to learn.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time and lift/carry at least 25 to 50 lbs.

Compensation:

• These are part-time or full-time, hourly, and overtime-eligible positions offering competitive pay and benefits.
• Expected hourly compensation, including tips: $15/hr to $22/hour

Why Join Us?

We strive to create careers in hospitality; not just jobs. Our work culture is rooted in high performance, respect, professional growth, and connection to the community—and it is constantly evolving to better serve our employees.

Here are some of the programs and benefits that we practice and believe in:

• Progressive, competitive wage model (no sub-minimum wage)
• Insurance for full time employees: health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off for all employees
• Employee Assistance Program, including free counseling sessions
• We encourage professional growth through regular check-ins, annual performance reviews, cross-training, and promotion opportunities.

It is the policy of AC Restaurants to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, AC Restaurants will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Or, apply in person: Poole’s Diner, 428 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601