Line/Prep Cook (16-18 per hr)

Savory Selections; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Positive, supportive work environment

Opportunities for growth and develop

Job summary

Savory Selections is seeking a Line/Prep Cook to bring our from-scratch Italian kitchen to life with quality-driven cooking and consistent execution. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where every shift is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and support a smooth, successful service.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of restaurant experience, a culinary degree preferred, and strong knife skills, cooking methods knowledge, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Qualities for an amazing workplace include pride in quality food and consistency.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen team.
• Stays calm and focused under pressure during busy shifts.
• Maintains organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
• Dependable, punctual, and supportive of teammates.
• Keeps a positive attitude and communicates clearly and respectfully.
• Open to learning new techniques and recipes.
• Takes ownership of their station to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes.
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within forecasted range.
• Ensure timely dish preparation by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times for smooth delivery.
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol.
• Maintain a clean workstation area, including equipment, tables, and shelves.
• Comply with sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards.
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line supervisor, sous-chef, or executive chef.

Skills

Cooking methods

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Reading recipes

Calm under pressure

Communication

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

As a Line/Prep Cook, you’ll bring our from scratch Italian kitchen experience to life through quality-driven cooking and consistent execution. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where each shift is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and support a smooth, successful service.

What We Expect of You:

Great people make an amazing workplace! If you have the following qualities, you will thrive here!

• Take pride in preparing quality food with consistency
• Enjoy working as part of a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen team
• Stay calm and focused under pressure, even during busy shifts
• Care about organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards
• Are dependable, punctual, and committed to supporting your teammates
• Keep a positive attitude and communicate clearly and respectfully
• Are open to learning new techniques and recipes
• Take ownership of your station and contribute to smooth kitchen operations

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean workstation area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line supervisor, sous-chef, or executive chef

Skills:

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
• Culinary degree preferred
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials.

Why Work With Us?

We’re a neighborhood favorite with loyal guests and a tight-knit team. Our people are the heart of our brand, and we’re committed to creating a supportive, welcoming workplace where you can grow.

What You Can Expect From Us:

Our team members are the most important stakeholders here and the heart of expanding our brand. We ensure that our team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our family! In addition we offer the following perks:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• A positive, supportive work environment
• Opportunities for growth and development

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value the strength that diversity brings to our team.