Seasonal Line Cook — Scratch Kitchen in Luxury Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, VA is seeking a Seasonal Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare scratch-made dishes in a fast-paced, supportive kitchen, following the Executive Chef’s recipes and hotel standards.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years in a professional kitchen, strong knife skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset. This seasonal role requires flexibility for weekends/holidays and offers hours across AM and PM shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a scratch-based environment.
• Strong knife handling, food preparation, and cooking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Commitment to food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and attention to detail.
• Dependable, punctual, professional, and adaptable to changing kitchen needs.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare ingredients and cook menu items according to the Executive Chef’s specifications, recipes, and hotel standards.
• Station Setup: Set up and stock assigned stations with the necessary ingredients, equipment, and supplies.
• Food Quality: Maintain consistency, quality, and proper presentation in all prepared dishes.
• Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
• Inventory & Storage: Assist with receiving deliveries, checking ingredients, and storing products properly.
• Team Communication: Work collaboratively with fellow cooks, sous chefs, and kitchen leadership to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Mise en Place: Complete assigned preparation work and maintain station readiness throughout the shift.
• Professional Development: Contribute to a positive kitchen culture and participate in opportunities to learn and improve culinary skills.

Skills

Knife skills

Food preparation techniques

Cooking fundamentals

Work under pressure

Teamwork

Organization

Attention to detail

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, VA is seeking a Seasonal Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare scratch-made dishes in a fast-paced, supportive kitchen, following the Executive Chef’s recipes and hotel standards.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years in a professional kitchen, strong knife skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset. This seasonal role requires flexibility for weekends/holidays and offers hours across AM and PM shifts.