As a line cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment. You'll work closely with the kitchen team to ensure that all menu items are prepared according to recipes and standards set by the head chef. Your duties will include preparing ingredients, cooking and assembling dishes, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, and adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.Pay Rate $20.56 - $23.35#towncountrysd
Responsibilities:1. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, chopping, and measuring.2. Cook menu items according to recipes and specifications.3. Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies.4. Coordinate with other kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient service.5. Monitor food levels and replenish supplies as needed.6. Ensure that all dishes are prepared accurately and consistently.7. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and cleaning of equipment.8. Follow proper food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.9. Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.10. Handle and store food items properly to prevent spoilage or contamination.11. Adhere to company policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance requirements.12. Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment, especially during busy periods.Responsibilities:1. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, chopping, and measuring.2. Cook menu items according to recipes and specifications.3. Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies.4. Coordinate with other kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient service.5. Monitor food levels and replenish supplies as needed.6. Ensure that all dishes are prepared accurately and consistently.7. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and cleaning of equipment.8. Follow proper food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.9. Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies as needed.10. Handle and store food items properly to prevent spoilage or contamination.11. Adhere to company policies and procedures, including dress code and attendance requirements.12. Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment, especially during busy periods.
13. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen (hotel, resort or upscale restaurant preferred).
Strong technique, working knowledge of multiple cooking methods, and ability to quickly learn new dishes and stations.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure, independently and as part of a team.
Excellent attention to detail, consistent quality, and strong sense of timing.
Basic knife skills, familiarity with sauté, grill and fry stations; knowledge of local ingredients and seasonal cooking is a plus.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays and variable shifts depending on business levels and events.
Ability to follow recipes and kitchen standards while maintaining creativity and service excellence.
Good communication skills and ability to follow direction from chefs and kitchen leadership.
This role is physically demanding and requires stamina, agility and attention to safety.
Must be able to stand and walk for long periods (~8-12 hours per shift) in a busy kitchen environment.
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of supplies, ingredient boxes, pots and pans; loads may weigh up to 50 lbs or more.
Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching and twisting to access storage, equipment, work surfaces and cooking stations.
Ability to climb stairs or ramps, move between kitchen levels or service areas as needed.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to handle knives, kitchen tools, garnish dishes, monitor cooking equipment and inspect food quality.
Tolerance for working in high-heat, humid, noisy environments (near stoves, ovens, grills, dish areas) and ability to maintain focus during fast service.
Must be able to respond quickly during peak service to make adjustments, coordinate with other stations and uphold guest expectations.
At CoralTree Hospitality, we create and manage properties that are woven deep into the fabric of each community where we operate, where guests can experience a true sense of place, and find delight and belonging. We deliver distinctive, memorable experiences that celebrate the surroundings, culture and community of each property. We are a collection of uniquely positioned lifestyle hotels and resorts in diverse locations offering extraordinary facilities and services. Our solutions-based approach to boutique and independent hotels, as well as larger brands, elevates the guest experience to one of connection and inspiration.
CoralTree’s focus on the management of one-of-a-kind properties with consistently excellent financial performance is what separates our management company from traditional hotel owners and operators. The goal of CoralTree is to bring value to owners through property performance and culture. We are committed to optimizing the value of every hotel through operational excellence and memorable guest experiences.
