Line Cook

Job Description

Penny Crown Tavern is seeking a skilled and motivated Line Cook to join our Back of House team. This role reports directly to the Head Chef and works closely with the culinary leadership team. As a Line Cook, you are responsible for executing food with consistency, precision, and care. This includes preparation, service execution, station organization, and maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment. You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality guest experience that reflects the energy and standards of Penny Crown.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and bring a team-first mindset. This is an opportunity to grow within a culture that values consistency, creativity, and hospitality at its core.

Core Responsibilities

• · Maintain strong knowledge of Penny Crown’s menu and standards
• · Execute dishes with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail
• · Communicate effectively with chefs and team members during service
• · Set up and organize your station for efficient service
• · Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas and equipment
• · Support daily prep, ordering awareness, and kitchen organization
• · Continue developing culinary skills and techniques
• · Perform effectively under pressure while maintaining standards

Line Cook Responsibilities

• · Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items to spec, ensuring quality and consistency
• · Station Setup: Ensure your station is fully stocked and organized before service
• · Execution: Cook and plate dishes efficiently, working in sync with the team
• · Quality Control: Monitor taste, presentation, and portioning at all times
• · Inventory Awareness: Communicate low stock and assist with restocking
• · Food Safety: Follow all hygiene, sanitation, and food handling protocols
• · Equipment Care: Maintain and clean all tools and equipment properly
• · Recipe Adherence: Follow standardized recipes to minimize waste and ensure consistency
• · Team Collaboration: Work closely with BOH and FOH to ensure smooth service
• · Communication: Support clear and professional communication across the team

Facilities & Maintenanc

• · Maintain cleanliness and organization across all kitchen areas
• · Properly manage waste, recycling, and compost systems
• · Report and monitor equipment issues proactively
• · Follow all safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment
• · Support ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the kitchen

Food Safety

• . Monitor and log food temperatures appropriately
• · Prevent cross-contamination through proper practices
• · Label and store all products correctly
• · Maintain strict hand hygiene standards
• · Be aware of allergens and proper handling procedures
• · Follow all cleaning and sanitization protocols
• · Use appropriate PPE when required

REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• · 3+ years of experience in high-volume food production or catering in a cooks position
• · Understanding of basic pastry techniques, equipment and material
• · Understanding of basic culinary techniques, professional cooking equipment and material
• · Knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
• · Food Handler’s Certification is a Must

Skills

• · Ability to manage one’s self calmly and effectively under pressure
• · High energy, personable, and team-oriented collaborator
• · Fast-paced independent worker
• · Seeks new demanding challenges
• · Passionate about the food service sector
• · Knowledge of the F&B world, both at home and abroad

Work Environment

• · The work environment can be loud and busy
• · There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces, liquids, sharp knives and slippery floors
• · This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work

Physical Demands

• · The employee is required to stand for extended periods of time as well as walk, bend, stoop, climb, balance, kneel, and crawl
• · The position requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, including close and distance vision
• · This position requires the ability to use your arms, hands and manipulate fingers to reach, stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, decorate, etc.
• · Repetitive hand and arm motions
• · Lifting and/or moving up to 20 lbs. regularly; occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Work Location: In person