What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook position at Bravado?
Come grow with us!! POP Hospitality Group is a unique boutique restaurant group that currently operates 4 distinctive Nashville concepts: The Row Kitchen and Pub in Midtown, NashHouse Southern Spoon and Saloon in SoBro, The Treehouse at Five Points, and Bravado Small Plates & PizzBar in Franklin/Cool Springs.
Position Summary
Line Cooks execute menu items to spec during service, maintaining speed, quality, and consistency while keeping their station clean, stocked, and food-safe. Pizzaiolos specialize in crafting pizzas — from dough handling and stretching to topping, baking, and plating — delivering consistent, high-quality product, using a gas-fired wood-assist high temp oven.
Pay for this position starts at $18/hour.
Key Responsibilities
- Cook and plate menu items to recipe, quality, and presentation standards.
- Set up and stock stations before service (mise en place).
- Manage multiple tickets and timing during high-volume service.
- Maintain station cleanliness and food safety standards.
- Communicate with the team to ensure timely, coordinated plating.
- Monitor food quality, portions, and waste.
- Prepare and proof dough; portion and stretch to spec.
- Build pizzas with proper sauce, cheese, and topping ratios.
- Operate and manage the pizza oven, controlling temperature and bake times.
- Monitor dough inventory and communicate with Prep and Management teams regarding needs.
- Break down and clean station at the end of shift.
Work Requirements
- 1–2 years of line cook or pizza-making experience preferred; knowledge of Neapolitan or artisan pizza preferred.
- Proficiency with grill, sauté, fry, and other station equipment.
- Experience with wood-fired/high-temp ovens a plus.
- Dough-handling and stretching skills.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements
- Stand and walk for the entire shift (8–12 hrs).
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Withstand high-heat environments near grills/fryers/ovens/pizza ovens.
- Repetitive motions and prolonged use of hands/arms.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and twisting.
- Manual dexterity for knife and equipment handling.
As a member of POP Hospitality Group's family, you will have the pride of working for a local, innovative and growing company that values its employees. In addition, our Team Members receive the following benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Daily Family Meal provided
- Meal & Discount Privileges across our brands
- Aggressive Career Growth Opportunities
- Free Venue Parking
Salary : $18 - $24