Line Cook & Station Lead – Mentorship & Consistent Prep

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Gloucester, Virginia is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member who will prepare ingredients, cook menu items, and ensure food quality and sanitation. The role includes overseeing kitchen stations, maintaining an organized workspace, and mentoring kitchen staff. Ideal candidates will demonstrate leadership, strong time management skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Join our team to help deliver delicious Thai cuisine in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items.
• Maintain consistency in taste, portion and presentation.
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation standards.
• Oversee one or more stations on the line.
• Ensure all prep work is completed.
• Step in on any station when needed to keep service flowing.
• Guide and mentor line and prep cooks.
• Assist with inventory and ordering.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Attention to detail

Teamwork and communication

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and cook menu items
• Maintain consistency in taste, portion and presentation
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation standards.
• Oversee one or more stations on the line
• Ensure all prep work is completed
• Step in on any station when needed to keep service flowing.
• Guide and mento line and prep cooks
  • Help train new kitchen staff on recipes, safety and techniques.
  • Ensure food is prepared quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Assist with inventory
• Help with ordering
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation

Skills

• Leadership
• Time Management
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication
• Ability to stay calm under pressure