Line Cook/Prep Cook

Date posted: June 21, 2026

Pay: From $14.00 per hour, to align with experience level

Schedule Requirements: Weekend work is required, as restaurant will open Thursday - Sunday to start and expand hours from there.

Job description:

Overview

Join our dynamic team at Daughter of the Stars Theater as a Cook/Kitchen Attendant in our vibrant new bar and restaurant, Nighthawks Diner. In this hands-on position, you will play an important role in preparing quality food, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and supporting smooth food-service operations.

As a vital member of our team, you will help create memorable guest experiences by ensuring that meals are prepared accurately, efficiently, and according to established standards. The kitchen supports our diner, lobby bar, theater performances, and special events, offering a unique and energetic work environment. Your reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to food quality and safety will contribute directly to the success of each service.

Pay Overview

Cook/Kitchen Attendant positions are paid an hourly wage beginning at $14 per hour. Starting pay may vary based on experience, availability, and demonstrated kitchen or food-service skills.

Kitchen Overview

Nighthawks Diner offers a focused menu of diner-style meals, snacks, appetizers, and event-related food service. Kitchen team members may assist with regular restaurant service, theater concessions, catered events, and special programs held at Daughter of the Stars Theater.

Duties

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and guest requests
• Complete food preparation tasks, including washing, chopping, measuring, portioning, assembling, and properly storing ingredients
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, stovetops, fryers, grills, microwaves, food processors, and other applicable equipment
• Monitor food quality and cooking times to ensure orders are prepared accurately and delivered promptly
• Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, and other front-of-house team members to support efficient order fulfillment
• Assist with receiving, labeling, rotating, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies
• Follow food-safety requirements, sanitation standards, temperature-control procedures, and proper food-handling practices
• Maintain clean and organized food-preparation areas, cooking stations, refrigerators, storage spaces, and equipment
• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment as needed during and after service
• Complete opening, closing, and assigned side-work duties for each shift
• Assist with inventory monitoring and notify management when ingredients, supplies, or equipment require attention
• Minimize food waste by following portion-control, storage, and product-rotation procedures
• Support food preparation and service for theater performances, private events, community programs, and other special activities
• Respond professionally to changes in order volume, menu needs, and operational priorities during busy periods
• Perform additional kitchen and restaurant duties as assigned to support overall operations

Qualifications

• Previous cooking, food-preparation, restaurant, or kitchen experience is a plus but not required
• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and proper food-handling procedures is preferred
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, portion guidelines, and presentation standards
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing consistent, high-quality food
• Ability to manage multiple orders and preparation tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to assist with dishwashing, cleaning, stocking, and other shared kitchen responsibilities
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with kitchen staff, servers, bartenders, managers, and other team members
• Basic math and measurement skills for following recipes, portioning ingredients, and tracking supplies
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift, carry, push, or move kitchen supplies and equipment
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, theater performances, and special events as scheduled
• A passion for food, hospitality, entertainment, and creating positive guest experiences is highly valued

Join us in creating memorable experiences for our guests! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where energetic hospitality meets professional excellence. All positions are paid roles that support your growth within our vibrant bar, restaurant, and entertainment space.

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14