Line Cook

Line Cook

For more than 131 years and four generations J.C. Newman Cigar Co. has handcrafted the worlds finest cigars in the heart of Tampas historic Ybor City. Our factory El Reloj is the last operating hand-rolled cigar factory in the United States-a living landmark where more than 25000 guests from around the world visit each year to experience Tampas cigar heritage.

In late 2026 we will open three new hospitality experiences inside a beautifully restored 1910 building across the street from El Reloj: Elaines a classic American restaurant with continental and local influences serving breakfast lunch and dinner; Stanfords Cigar Club a premium cigar lounge built around an exclusive barrel-aged spirits and reserve red wine program; and The Inn at El Reloj eleven beautifully appointed guest rooms upstairs from Elaines. Together with our private events programming on both sides of the street they form the El Reloj District a hospitality destination unlike anything else in Tampa.

We are seeking a Line Cook to join our culinary team and support daily kitchen operations across the property. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing hospitality team and help create exceptional dining experiences at one of Tampas most significant historic properties.

Why You Will Love This Role

• Help bring a culinary program to life within a landmark hospitality destination
• Join a passionate team focused on creating one of Tampas most unique dining and hospitality experiences
• Join a 131-year four-generation family business that values craftsmanship heritage and doing things the right way
• Work in a state-of-the-art kitchen designed by a nationally recognized kitchen design firm with dedicated restaurant event and prep lines
• Be part of the El Reloj District in one of Tampas most iconic and storied neighborhoods

Who You Are

You are passionate about cooking hospitality and teamwork. You thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and take pride in preparing high-quality food with consistency care and attention to detail. You are dependable organized and eager to contribute to a collaborative culinary team.

You bring:

• Minimum of 1 year of line cook experience working in a professional commercial kitchen/full service restaurant; scratch cooking and French cuisine experience is a plus
• Strong culinary knowledge and a passion for cooking and hospitality
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining quality and consistency
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a positive team-oriented attitude
• Ability to follow recipes preparation procedures and direction from the Executive Chef Sous Chef and culinary leadership team
• Knowledge of proper food handling sanitation food allergies and dietary restrictions
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask during busy service periods
• Culinary school education or equivalent professional experience is preferred
• Food Handler Card and/or food safety certification preferred
• Bilingual preferred

What You Will Do

As a Line Cook you will support daily kitchen operations by preparing and executing menu items according to established recipes quality standards and service expectations. You will work closely with the culinary team to ensure food is prepared accurately efficiently and consistently across all meal periods and service needs.

You will:

• Set up and stock assigned stations with all necessary ingredients equipment and supplies before service
• Prepare ingredients for service including chopping vegetables preparing sauces portioning proteins and completing other assigned prep
• Cook and execute menu items according to recipes specifications and established quality standards
• Work closely with other kitchen team members to ensure food is prepared and served accurately consistently and on time
• Follow direction from the Executive Chef Sous Chef and other culinary leadership
• Maintain proper portion sizes food quality presentation and consistency throughout service
• Ensure dishes are completed and coordinated with the kitchen team so orders are served on time
• Maintain a clean organized and sanitary workstation throughout preparation and service
• Properly store label date and rotate food products according to food safety standards
• Assist with receiving stocking inventory kitchen cleaning and other back-of-house responsibilities as needed

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Frequent reaching bending lifting handling kitchen tools and operating equipment
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Exposure to heat cold steam sharp equipment and other typical kitchen conditions
• Full-time position with flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays based on business needs

Benefits That Support You

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical vision and dental coverage a 401(k) savings plan with company match company-paid life and short-term disability insurance company-sponsored long-term disability paid time off and more.

Ready to Join Us

If youre passionate about hospitality take pride in creating exceptional guest experiences and are excited to be part of a growing team wed love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief note sharing your experience and why youre interested in joining the J.C. Newman team to or apply online at

J.C. Newman Hospitality Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment drug screening.

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