What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook - Italian Restaurant position at The Restaurant Zone?
Join Our Kitchen Team
We are seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our team at a destination-style Italian restaurant located within Alpine Lake Resort in Terra Alta, West Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable culinary professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen focused on quality, consistency, and exceptional guest experiences.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about food, takes pride in their work, and is ready to contribute immediately in a structured, high-performing kitchen environment.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Work efficiently across multiple stations, including grill, sauté, pasta, and expo.
- Ensure food is prepared accurately and presented consistently during service.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Assist with food preparation, stocking, and kitchen setup before service.
- Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Help maintain inventory and minimize food waste.
- Support opening and closing kitchen procedures.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of line cook experience in a scratch kitchen, upscale casual, Italian restaurant, steakhouse, resort, hotel, or other high-volume restaurant environment.
- Experience working grill, sauté, pasta, expo, or multiple line stations.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to perform well during busy service periods.
- Excellent organization and attention to detail.
- Dependable with strong attendance and reliable transportation.
- Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Experience
- Italian cuisine
- Scratch kitchen cooking
- Grill and sauté experience
- Resort, hotel, or hospitality environments
- High-volume dinner service
- Both prep and line cooking responsibilities
What We Offer
- Competitive pay: $18–$22 per hour, based on experience
- Stable, year-round employment
- Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
- Opportunity to work in a beautiful resort setting
- Career growth and development opportunities
If you're a skilled and reliable line cook looking to join a professional kitchen that values quality, teamwork, and consistency, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary : $18 - $22