Line Cook | Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA

Artisanal Brewing Ventures; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is looking for a skilled Line Cook to join their team in Downingtown. The role involves preparing meal ingredients, executing cooking procedures, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience and the ability to work efficiently in a high-paced kitchen environment.

This position requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a prep/line cook preferred.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced, stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meal ingredients following recipes and directives.
• Independently prepare all menu items to order.
• Inspect dishes for presentation, accuracy, and quality.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Food handling

Cooking procedures

Manual dexterity

Job description

Line Cook

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meal ingredients following a recipe and line builds, and as directed by the Executive Chef or manager on duty.
• Lead station set up while focusing on proper cooking procedures, plating and presentation, flavor, temperature, and ticket time.
• Independently prepare all menu items to order, receiving feedback on line builds, cooking procedures, and plating accuracy.
• Execute meal preparation for quality control, including self‑assessment and Chef evaluation on build accuracy, cooking methods, and flavor profile.
• Oversee post‑shift duties, including cleaning, stocking, and checkout procedures, while incorporating feedback as needed.
• Properly label and store food, while managing time‑temperature logs according to taproom procedures and health code.
• Follow all opening and closing duties as outlined in ABV guides.
• Inspect dishes for presentation, accuracy, and quality before they are sent to the expo window.
• Complete assigned prep work as assigned by management.
• Maintain compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assist with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Support the planning, preparation, and execution of private events, ensuring high‑quality service and presentation for guests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a prep/line cook preferred.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in high volume and pressure environments.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be capable of working with knives/sharp objects.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.

Disclaimer

This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.