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Line Cook

4/16/2026

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing hot and cold food items according to established recipes and safety standards. They must also maintain a clean work environment, restock supplies, and assist with inventory management.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
A Pristine Mountain Lake Escape. Relaxation and recreation await on the shores of Oquaga Lake at The Chestnut Inn. Our charming bed and breakfast has been a tradition in Central New York since 1927. Lakeside accommodations include 17 lovely guestrooms. Soak in the stunning water views from the private beach and enjoy an abundance of activities such as canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding.
About the Role

Description

Our commitment to excellent guest services is what drives us, and we are dedicated to hiring outstanding individuals who share our passion for ensuring our guests have an exceptional experience while staying with us. We are currently looking for a hardworking and motivated individual to join our restaurant team. The Line Cook prepares food that meets current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations by following established policies and procedures and ensures that safe and high-quality food service is provided at all times. The Line Cook prepares all items needed for service, from chopping vegetables to making sauces and butchering meat, and may be asked to prepare items for another station or special event.


The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and one-year prior experience in a food service setting. Additional culinary training/coursework highly desired. He or she must be committed to the customers, reliable to his or her co-workers, and be a self-motivated, organized, and detailed individual. Effective oral and written skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepares hot and cold food (entrees, soups, salads, etc.) following established recipes for all meal services and special events
  • Cleans work areas and all equipment used in food preparation
  • Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices
  • Restocks food supplies and takes inventory when required 
  • Additional duties as assigned



Requirements

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma preferred
  • One year of relevant experience preferred
  • Formal culinary training a plus
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  • Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
  • Able to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays 



Key Skills
Food preparationCookingKitchen safetySanitationInventory managementTime managementCommunicationButcheryRecipe adherence
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitality
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