Line Cooks

Stjamesliveatl; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. James Live and SJ Cafe & Cocktails are seeking experienced Line Cooks to prepare high-quality menu items efficiently and consistently during restaurant and live-event service.

The ideal candidate understands professional kitchen operations and can maintain quality standards during high-volume periods. Responsibilities include preparing items, setting up stations, ensuring proper temperatures and portions, and coordinating timing with other stations.

Qualifications

• Previous professional line-cook or restaurant-kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and professional kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established recipes and specifications.
• Set up and maintain assigned cooking stations.
• Ensure proper cooking temperatures, portions and presentation.
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout service.
• Coordinate timing with other kitchen stations.
• Follow proper food-handling and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations.
• Monitor ingredient levels and communicate restocking needs.

Skills

Line-cook experience

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Following recipes

Plating standards

Tools

Professional kitchen tools

Job description

Job brief

St. James Live and SJ Cafe & Cocktails are seeking experienced Line Cooks to prepare high-quality menu items efficiently and consistently during restaurant and live-event service.

The ideal candidate understands professional kitchen operations, works cleanly and efficiently and can maintain quality standards during high-volume periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established recipes and specifications
• Set up and maintain assigned cooking stations
• Ensure proper cooking temperatures, portions and presentation
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout service
• Coordinate timing with other kitchen stations
• Follow proper food-handling and sanitation procedures
• Maintain clean and organized workstations
• Monitor ingredient levels and communicate restocking needs
• Properly label, date and store ingredients
• Assist with prep work before service
• Follow kitchen safety procedures
• Participate in opening and closing responsibilities
• Support other kitchen staff during high-volume service

Requirements

• Previous professional line-cook or restaurant-kitchen experience
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and professional kitchen equipment
• Ability to follow recipes and plating standards
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Understanding of food-safety and sanitation practices
• Strong attention to quality and consistency
• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen teammates
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies as needed
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays