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Line Cook/Prep Cook

Tallgrass Tap House
Manhattan, KS Part Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/30/2026

Position: Cook
Job Classification: Part-Time positions available
Reports To: Restaurant’s Executive and/or Kitchen Manager
Work Schedule: Varied, flexible, evenings and weekends required

Summary of Role: Line Cooks work throughout a lunch or dinner service to properly and efficiently prepare all dishes ordered. This is done while professionally communicating with colleagues, maintaining station cleanliness and following food safety practices.

What’s in it for you:

  • Flexible work schedule
  • Eligible for Length of Service Pay Increase Program
  • Eligible for Referral Bonus Program
  • 30% discount at all company locations
  • Company observed holidays off work
  • Food & beverage training from industry experts
  • Career development advice pertaining to our company and industry
  • Opportunity for career advancement within our company
  • Company sponsored gatherings and events

Key Responsibilities:

  • Follow food safety and cleanliness procedures at all times
  • Keep your assigned station and equipment clean, sanitized and orderly during your shift
  • Safely operate your assigned station and equipment; report any functional or mechanical problems to a manager immediately
  • Execute daily food prep in an accurate & timely manner according to recipes and direction
  • Set up and stock assigned line station accurately and efficiently
  • Remain in your station preparing all food ordered throughout assigned shift
  • Constant attention to food quality, preparation quality, and plate presentation.
  • Maintain ticket time consistency
  • Communicate professionally & efficiently with colleagues
  • Perform all side duties and cleaning duties as assigned
  • Perform additional duties related to kitchen operations as assigned by managers

What we need from you:

  • 1-2 years of previous high-volume restaurant kitchen experience preferred but not required
  • Ability and willingness to move quickly, efficiently and safely through the kitchen
  • Strong work ethic to execute demanding physical and mental work under pressure
  • Positive attitude that remains consistent under pressure

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to be on your feet & standing up to 8 hours
  • Ability to reach & lift above the head as needed
  • Ability to lift, carry and move items up to 60 lbs
  • Ability to squat, bend, and twist your body as needed
  • Ability to function in a work environment that is hot, loud, in tight spaces with colleagues, contains wet and slippery surfaces
  • Ability to work near and interact with hot cooking surfaces and equipment including but not limited to the grill, gas burners, fryers, ovens, toasters, etc

Compensation:

  • Hourly pay rate.
  • Position pay rate range between $15-$19 per hour based on experience.
  • Part time position is not eligible for benefits.

Stop by the Tap House at 320 Poyntz Ave. in Manhattan or visit our website: www.tallgrasstaphouse.com to fill out an application.'
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Benefit Conditions:

  • Only full-time employees eligible

Hours per week:

  • 20-29
  • 15-20

Work Location:

  • One location

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $19

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