Line Cook
Job Summary
Job Title: Line Cook (HighVolume Upscale)
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Line Cook to join our highvolume kitchen team. This role is ideal for a cook with 12 years of experience in casual or upscale restaurant environments who thrives in fastpaced service and understands the importance of speed consistency and teamwork. The Line Cook will be responsible for executing menu items accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality standards during busy service periods.
This position requires strong kitchen fundamentals a sense of urgency and the ability to perform under pressure in a collaborative environment.
Essential Functions
- Prepare and cook menu items quickly and consistently during highvolume service
- Execute recipes according to established standards for taste portioning and presentation
- Set up stock and maintain assigned stations to ensure service readiness
- Maintain strong awareness of timing and ticket flow during service
- Complete prep tasks including chopping slicing portioning and batching to support volume
- Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and safety standards
- Maintain a clean organized and efficient workstation throughout each shift
- Adhere to food safety sanitation and cleanliness guidelines
- Communicate clearly with chefs and teammates to support smooth service execution
- Support other stations as needed to ensure efficient kitchen flow
- Monitor station supplies and alert kitchen leadership to low inventory
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the leadership team
Qualifications
- 12 years of experience as a line cook in a casual or upscale highvolume restaurant environment Experience in a hotel kitchen and/or with Mexican or Latininspired cuisine is a plus
- Working knowledge of cooking techniques knife skills food safety and kitchen equipment
- Ability to remain focused organized and efficient in a fastpaced setting
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Reliable punctual and committed to quality execution
- Flexibility to work evenings weekends holidays and peak service hours
Physical Requirements
- Stand and walk for extended periods during shifts
- Lift and carry items up to 50 lbs including food trays pots and supplies
- Perform repetitive motions such as chopping stirring and plating
- Work in a hot fastpaced kitchen environment near ovens grills and ranges
- Maintain physical stamina to support long shifts and sustained volume
Benefits
- Health Dental Life and Disability Insurance (subject to applicable waiting periods)
- PTO benefit (begin accruing at 10 days off based on average hours worked)
- Sick Days & Paid Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Team member discounts
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a multiconcept hospitality group
Oxford Commons is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive peoplefirst culture. We are committed to nondiscrimination on any protected basis such as disability and veteran status or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Required Experience:
IC