Line Cook
Full Time • Close Company Nashville
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Position Overview
Line Cooks work to prepare food, help kitchen workers in the preparation of food items and set up allocated stations for menu, as instructed by Chef and compliant with standards. This position also arranges, prepares and break downs their station while maintaining the uppermost hygienic standards.
Line Cooks report to the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chefs, and Kitchen Managers and are expected to work in tandem with the Sous Chef, other Line Cooks and the rest of the back of house staff.
Core Duties & Responsibilities:
● Maintain a strong sense of ownership of entire culinary offerings provided by Gin & Luck (G&L)
● Execute Culinary offerings with a high level of precision and care
● Assist Culinary management in all special projects, kitchen operations and menu development
● Maintain effective communication with culinary management team, FOH management team, and all staff
● Assist in oversight of kitchen staff programming (service and hospitality standards) to ensure all duties are met and exceeded
● Maintain patron satisfaction by executing, evaluating, and auditing food, beverage, and service offerings
● Maintain complete knowledge of products and specifications. This includes ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc.
● Use heightened awareness on any allergy table, and work to code according to our allergy standards
● Provide inspiration and creative influence to the Culinary Team in keeping with G&L Core Values
● Maintain Company policies and standard operating procedures (SOP)
● Comply with sanitation standards and procedures according to health and legal regulations
● Assist in maintenance of facility and provide opportunities for improvement
● Catch up on all internal communication via Slack before your shift
● Approach each shift with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and ready to contribute to the team’s overall goals
● Always check in with any staff working in your respective space on arrival, see if you can help with anything before beginning your assigned duties
● Complete other duties as assigned by management
● Ask for help when you need it; asking for help is a sign of strength, not a sign of weakness
Additional Duties & Responsibilities:
● Communicate with Culinary Management nightly in “Post Op” about any opportunities to improve function and product of Kitchen
● Provide leadership to kitchen team in Executive Chef and Sous Chef’s absence
● Help to promote a safe and clean environment for co-workers, and guests; maintain the ABK mantra.
● Work proactively with Event staff to execute all events to Gin & Luck standards
● Focus on always continuing your education and into all facets of our operations, be it the Bar, Kitchen, Service, Coffee, and Tea programs
● Update knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities
● Have a focus on always continuing your education and in all facets of our business
● Assist in training new hires by guiding them through training trails, answering their questions, providing workflow advice, and teaching them G&L's expectations, steps of service steps, and standards operating procedures.
● Act in a professional manner and represent Close Company / Gin & Luck graciously whether you are in house, traveling, or at another local establishment
● Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
Physical Demands:
● The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations
Required Qualifications:
● Previous experience working as a Line Cook or in a similar culinary role
● Demonstrates solid understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles and food safety practices
● Attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency in food quality and presentation
● Familiarity with operating and maintaining various kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, broilers, fryers, and other essential culinary tools
● Outstanding communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with team members
● Flexibility in working hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; and time for All Staff meetings and tastings
● Patience and adaptability
● Self-motivated and a team player
● High ethics, hard worker, and a great sense of humor
Desired Qualifications:
● Have 2-3 years of Line Cook experience in a high-volume establishment
● Have sufficient skills, knowledge and personality to provide a memorable experience for our patrons
Demonstrate the Core Values of Gin & Luck
● Curiosity: We learn and improve through active observation and creative problem solving.
● A.B.K.: We anticipate, prepare and execute with intention.
● Pursuit of Excellence: We will forever be chasing excellence, even when we sometimes fail. It is a pursuit without end.
● Contagious Joy: When we're having fun, it emanates out and influences our work and the people around us.
● Connection: We build relationships through intuition, empathy, and transparency
What We Offer:
Gin & Luck strives to create a welcoming, nurturing and understanding culture. We want all employees to feel valued through their work/life balance and compensation. Compensation for this position is $22/hour plus a point percentage of full house tip pool based on hours worked per shift. Medical, dental, vision, 401k and life insurance are included in our benefits package for full-time/part-time employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. The duties of this position may change from time to time. Gin & Luck reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at their discretion.
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Gin & Luck is an acclaimed cocktail-anchored hospitality group, best known for its flagship brand Death & Co. Since opening in New York City in 2006/2007, Death & Co has been at the forefront of cocktail culture and has grown into a globally celebrated brand with additional locations in major US markets, three award-winning books, and countless industry accolades.
At Gin & Luck, we’re expanding into new verticals through bars, hotels, and brands that all celebrate the craft of hospitality and the people behind it. As an employer, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for our team to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer benefits including but not limited to “One Fair Wage,” shareholder opportunities, and comprehensive benefits packages for all team members.
What sets us apart is our commitment to our core values:
- Curiosity: We learn and improve through active observation and creative problem solving.
- Pursuit of Excellence: We will forever be chasing excellence—it is a pursuit without end.
- A.B.K.: We anticipate, prepare, and execute with intention.
- Contagious Joy: When we’re having fun, it emanates out and influences our work and the people around us.
- Connection: We build relationships through intuition, empathy, and transparency.
If you’re passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences and being part of a team that celebrates creativity and connection, we’d love to have you on our team. Together, we’ll create moments that inspire, delight, and resonate far beyond the bar.
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One Fair Wage
Gin & Luck ensures everyone earns a fair wage, no matter what their position is. Pay for all tipped and non tipped employees starts at $15/hr. Our hourly wages are some of the most competitive in the industry.
Growth Opportunities
Gin & Luck is growing and we are always looking for talented team members to work alongside! We are opening Death & Co locations, new concepts, hotels and more across the United States. We hope to hear from you soon!
Benefits
All full time employees are eligible for robust medical, dental and vision benefits after 90 days of employment. After one year of employment all employees are eligible for our 401k.
Perks
Dining discounts, continuing education, participation at industry events