Line Cook

Line Cook – The Gala House

Location: Williamstown, Massachusetts
Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About The Gala House

The Gala House is a new dining and hospitality destination in Williamstown, Massachusetts, operated by Delectable Endeavors. As we prepare to open our doors, we are building a talented, dependable, and experienced culinary team committed to great food, strong teamwork, and an exceptional guest experience.

We are currently seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our opening culinary team.

The Position

As a Line Cook at The Gala House, you will work closely with our Executive Chef and culinary team to prepare and execute menu items consistently, efficiently, and to our quality standards.

This position is best suited for a seasoned kitchen professional who is confident working independently on the line, understands the pace and expectations of a professional kitchen, and can bring both experience and reliability to a new restaurant team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute menu items according to recipes, specifications, and presentation standards
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked station
• Complete daily prep and mise en place
• Follow proper food handling, sanitation, storage, and temperature-control procedures
• Maintain consistency in portioning, preparation, and presentation
• Communicate effectively with chefs, fellow cooks, and front-of-house team members
• Work efficiently and calmly during high-volume service periods
• Assist with receiving, rotating, labeling, and properly storing food products
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas
• Follow opening, closing, and side-work procedures
• Minimize food waste and properly handle ingredients and equipment
• Assist other stations and members of the culinary team as needed

Experience & Qualifications

We are especially interested in candidates who bring significant professional kitchen experience, ideally 10 years or more in restaurants, hotels, catering operations, or other high-volume culinary environments.

Candidates with fewer years of experience who demonstrate strong technical skills, reliability, leadership on the line, and substantial high-volume kitchen experience are also encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate:

• Has extensive line cook or professional culinary experience
• Is confident working multiple stations in a professional kitchen
• Has strong knife skills and a solid understanding of cooking techniques
• Understands food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling
• Can execute consistently without requiring constant supervision
• Is dependable, punctual, organized, and team-oriented
• Maintains composure and quality standards during busy services
• Takes pride in cleanliness, preparation, and presentation
• Is available for evenings, weekends, holidays, and a flexible restaurant schedule as needed

ServSafe certification is a plus.

Compensation

Starting at $20.00 per hour, with compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Join Our Opening Team

This is an opportunity to join The Gala House from the beginning and help establish the standards and culture of our kitchen.

We are looking for experienced culinary professionals who want to be part of a serious, collaborative kitchen and who take pride in producing consistently excellent food.

If you have built your career in professional kitchens and are ready to bring that experience to a new restaurant in Williamstown, we would love to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed with your resume and relevant work experience.

The Gala House is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person