Line Cook - Hen Quarter

Embrace the art of Southern cuisine and contribute to the creation of delectable dishes as a Line Cook at Hen Quarter. In this role, you'll be an integral part of our kitchen team, preparing and cooking a variety of Southern-inspired dishes that capture the essence of comfort and flavor. Your culinary skills, attention to detail, and dedication to quality will help deliver an exceptional dining experience for our guests. If you're enthusiastic about Southern cooking, dedicated to culinary excellence, and thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment, consider joining us. Your culinary expertise and commitment to crafting memorable dishes will play a vital role in bringing the rich flavors of Southern cuisine to our guests' plates.

• Prepare and cook a diverse range of Southern dishes following established recipes and guidelines.
• Ensure the quality, presentation, and consistency of each dish, meeting our restaurant's high standards.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to manage food orders, timing, and overall kitchen efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and sanitation standards.

• Culinary experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and adapt to changing demands.
• Attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a passion for delivering exceptional food to our guests.

Physical Requirements:

• Cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Certification in food safety and sanitation is a plus.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays.
• Stand for long hours, often in wet conditions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (Dishes, garbage bags).
• Work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment.
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.

Who we are:

Hen Quarter is a fun-causal, full-service restaurant inspired by the power of the table to bring people together and the rich culinary traditions of the south. With crispy fried chicken as our star, our menu blends traditional Southern classics with modern twists. We now invite guests to enjoy its weekend Endless Grande Buffet, featuring indulgent Southern cuisine at our Prime location.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities.  We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.