PM Line Cook 4pm10pm Monday through Friday

The Inn at Hastings Park; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inn at Hastings Park in Lexington, MA is seeking a detail-oriented PM Line Cook to oversee the evening kitchen operations. You will supervise line chefs, ensure food quality and safety, manage inventory and costs, and coordinate with front-of-house during peak service.

Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. You will mentor staff, uphold sanitation standards, and maintain consistent plating quality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years line cooking experience in fast-paced restaurant or food service
• Experience supervising or managing a kitchen shift
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices and local health codes
• Proficient with standard kitchen equipment and tools
• Experience with inventory control and managing food costs
• Excellent time management and ability to multitask under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead and motivate a team
• Experience with POS systems and kitchen mgmt software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all line cooking activities during the PM shift
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards per health codes and protocols
• Train, mentor, and evaluate line cook staff
• Manage kitchen inventory and monitor food costs to minimize waste
• Schedule staff shifts based on service volume
• Communicate with front-of-house and management on kitchen status
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance needs
• Ensure proper plating and consistent presentation of dishes
• Monitor costs and portion control to maintain quality
• Lead by example with professionalism and efficiency
• Address operational challenges to maintain service flow

Skills

Line cooking

Supervisory/shift management

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Communication

Multitasking

Team leadership

Education

Experience-based requirement

Tools

POS systems

Kitchen management software

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized PM Line Cook to join our culinary team in Lexington, United States. In this role, you will oversee evening shift kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality, efficient service, and strict adherence to food safety standards. You will manage line cooks, coordinate food preparation, and maintain a professional, high-performing kitchen environment during peak service hours.

• Supervise and coordinate all line cooking activities during the PM shift, ensuring timely and accurate food preparation
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with local health codes and company protocols
• Train, mentor, and evaluate line cook staff, providing constructive feedback and performance guidance
• Manage kitchen inventory, monitor food costs, and minimize waste while maintaining quality standards
• Schedule staff shifts and adjust staffing levels based on anticipated service volume
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff and management regarding kitchen status and any operational issues
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, troubleshooting minor issues and reporting maintenance needs
• Ensure proper plating, presentation, and consistency of all dishes according to established standards
• Monitor and control food costs while maintaining portion consistency and quality
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence during service
• Respond decisively to operational challenges and implement solutions to maintain service flow

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of line cooking experience in a fast-paced restaurant or food service environment
• Proven supervisory or shift management experience in a kitchen setting
• Strong knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation protocols, and local health code requirements
• Proficiency with standard kitchen equipment and tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage inventory and control food costs
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and motivate team members
• Experience with POS systems and kitchen management software (preferred)
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and culinary best practices
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and work in a hot kitchen environment
• Organized, detail-oriented approach to work with a focus on quality and consistency

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

$22-$22