Line Cook

General Purpose of the Job

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking menu items to Tin Star’s quality and presentation standards, working efficiently within a fast-paced, high volume kitchen environment. This role ensures every dish is prepared accurately, safely, and quickly to deliver a consistent guest experience that matches the speed and quality expectations of a fast casual concept. The line cook supports daily kitchen operations by maintaining food safety standards, keeping the station stocked and organized, and working collaboratively with the kitchen team to meet service demands during peak hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist and follow the direction of the Kitchen Manager and/or manager on duty in daily prep and service

• Prepare, cook and assemble menu items accurately and consistently according to recipes and portioning guidelines

• Set up and stock assigned station(s) with all necessary ingredients, tools, and supplies before and during service

• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, steamers, and prep tools

• Monitor food quality and freshness, rotating stock using FIFO (first in, first out) principles

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation in compliance with health and safety codes.

• Perform opening, closing, and side duties as assigned (cleaning equipment, sweeping/mopping, taking out trash, etc.)

• Adhere to Tin Star’s recipes, portion sizes, and plating standards to ensure consistency across all locations/shifts

• Complete tasks in an efficient and timely manner

• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following sanitation standards, complying with health and legal regulations and maintaining security systems

• Communicate effectively and genuinely with staff members, guests and all departments

• Always maintain a friendly and professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment

• Teamwork oriented, fun, energetic, friendly and passionate

• Other tasks appointed by manager

Requirements:

• 2+ years of line cook experience in high-end, and high-volume restaurant

• Polished, professional, and energetic approach cooking

• Flexible schedule with weekend, holidays, and evening availability

• Ability to be adaptable and abide by policies and values of company

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Must complete and maintain required training in compliance with local and state regulations,

such as food and/or alcohol service certifications.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are the representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• This role requires the ability to move, push and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required.

• Ability to climb up and down stairs repeatedly during the shift

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person