Line Cook/Prep Cook (seasonal)

Join Our Team as a Line Cook at Balanced Rock Café!

Are you passionate about cooking and providing exceptional dining experiences? Balanced Rock Café is looking for dedicated and skilled line cooks to join our team! As a line cook, you'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, preparing high-quality menu items and ensuring every dish is crafted to perfection. If you thrive in a team setting and take pride in delivering outstanding food, we want you on our team!

This is a seasonal position with an anticipated end date of November 30, 2026. While the role is currently intended to be seasonal, there may be an opportunity for it to transition into a year-round position based on business needs.

Compensation: $15.16-18.50 an hour, plus tips

Expected Starting Salary: Typically between $16.00-17.50 plus tips, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items efficiently and collaboratively with the team, ensuring the highest quality standards for taste, presentation, and safety.
• Provide exceptional guest service at Balanced Rock Café by warmly greeting guests, ensuring their satisfaction, and showcasing in-depth product knowledge.
• Adhere to established cleaning protocols to maintain a spotless and hygienic work environment.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations to ensure the health and safety of both guests and staff.
• Contribute to the cleanliness, organization, and overall ambiance of the café, ensuring it is always guest-ready.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the café’s overall operational objectives and team goals.

Skills:

• Strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Excellent team collaboration and support.
• Exceptional customer service and communication.
• Quick to learn new tasks and procedures.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Previous experience cooking in a fast-paced restuarant setting.
• Bilingual Spanish, is a plus

Application Deadline: July 16, 2026

EEO Statement:

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to Race, National Origin, Age (40 or older), Color, Religion, Sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Medical Condition, or Non-job related disabilities. Proof of citizenship or immigration status and completion of an I-9 immigration form will be required of all applicants if employment is offered. As part of our employee screening process, background and reference checks will be conducted, but a criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant; each case is evaluated for relevance, timing, and other factors.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and occasionally required to climb.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Work environment will include kitchen equipment, including knives, stoves, ovens, fryers, etc.
• Use of common cleaning products.
• Occasional use of a step stool or ladder.

Other Duties:

Note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time without notice

Notes: This position is eligible for cross-training across all lateral roles within customer service, including but not limited to positions in the coffee area, boutique, and other store locations. Cross-training will occur on an as-needed basis, depending on staffing changes and business needs. It does not include compensation adjustments, as all roles are equivalent in responsibility and scope.

Our business operates on a seasonal basis, and as such, employee work hours may vary based on demand and business needs. While we strive to provide as many hours as possible, the company cannot guarantee a specific number of hours each week. Employees should be prepared for fluctuations in scheduling throughout the season.

The company strives to place the most qualified candidates in open positions. While not all individuals that apply will be selected, the Company will note your interest in the different positions you apply for and may offer valuable feedback on training and performance needs to further your chances for the future.

TAT Enterprises, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $15.16 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $19