Full Time Lead Line Cook

Regular Hourly Full-Time

Nichols, NY, US

Salary: $18.50 Hourly

Lead Line Cook $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Bring your passion for food, leadership, and creativity to a kitchen where quality and teamwork come first. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Line Cook who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences every shift.

If you’re ready to lead by example, mentor a strong culinary team, and create dishes guests remember, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support the line production team while ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met

• Prepare, season, finish, and plate menu items according to established recipes and specifications

• Execute soups, sauces, entrées, sides, and specialty dishes with attention to detail and minimal waste

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully sanitary kitchen in compliance with State Health Regulations

• Collaborate with chefs, cooks, dishwashers, servers, and other team members to keep operations running smoothly

• Assist with menu planning, prep coordination, and kitchen production as needed

• Help train, coach, and motivate line cooks to maintain a positive and high-performing kitchen culture

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise line cooks during scheduled shifts

• Assign and direct daily kitchen tasks

• Support training and development of culinary team members

• Address operational challenges and help resolve team concerns professionally and efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2–4 years of professional cooking experience

• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, food safety, and ingredient preparation

• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, team-oriented environment

• ServSafe Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 25 lbs.

• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand and work in a busy kitchen environment for extended periods

Why You’ll Love Working HereCompetitive Benefits & Perks

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Employee daycare available 7 days a week from 7 AM–11 PM at discounted rates

(subsidies may also be available)

• Generous 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for full-time employees

• Sick Time, and Holiday Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees

• Employee discounts on hotels, restaurants, spa services, and more

Join Our Culinary Team

This is more than a cooking job — it’s an opportunity to grow your culinary career in a supportive, energetic, and professional environment where your talent is recognized and valued.

Apply today and bring your skills to a team that’s passionate about great food and great experiences.