Line Cook: Precision Prep in a Fast Kitchen

Hard Rock Cafe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Cafe is seeking a motivated Line Cook in New York City to join our busy kitchen. You will prep menu items to spec, receive and rotate stock, label and store prepped foods, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

This role requires speed, accuracy and a commitment to food safety. Hourly pay ranges from $18 to $22 (or $19–$25 depending on shift), with benefits and opportunities to grow within a globally recognized brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchen environments preferred.
• Ability to read recipes and SOPs.
• Strong time-management and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Making prep recipes and cooking menu products to spec
• Receiving and ordering product
• Properly labeling, dating, covering and refrigerating prepped food items for the line
• Performing opening, closing & side duties – setting up, stocking, and breaking down all kitchen equipment and prep, line, expo stations
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, line, expo, dish room and back dock
• Practicing safety and sanitation standards
• Having a sense of urgency
• Properly reading items printed on order tickets or automated Kitchen Display System
• Assembling orders - double checking product quality and specs
• Demonstrating impeccable product knowledge
• Involved in handling all re-cook, special prep, long ticket, large party/voucher group procedures

Job description

Hard Rock Cafe is seeking a motivated Line Cook in New York City to join our busy kitchen. You will prep menu items to spec, receive and rotate stock, label and store prepped foods, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

This role requires speed, accuracy and a commitment to food safety. Hourly pay ranges from $18 to $22 (or $19–$25 depending on shift), with benefits and opportunities to grow within a globally recognized brand.