Line Cook - Koko's

**$500 Sign-On Bonus**

If you’re fired up by the rhythm of a fast-paced kitchen and take pride in turning fresh ingredients into unforgettable coastal dishes, Koko’s on the Pier is where you belong—come cook with a view, energy, and a team that brings the heat every shift.

Location: Koko's on the Pier - 101 E Artic Ave, Folly Beach

Salary: $20.00 - $22/hr + $500 sign-on bonus ($250 after 3 months of service & $250 after 6 months!)

Benefits:

• A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun!
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Matching of up to 3.5%
• Referral Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned Hotels and Restaurants

POSITION SUMMARY:

Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies. Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces. Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the daily production of Restaurants, room service and outlet menus, as well as monitoring the day to day prep lists.

• Maintain and complete daily prep lists and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Ensure all requisitions are processed properly and placed in designated areas

• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation

• Apply basic knife skills required for preparation of hot and cold foods

• Produce recipes efficiently and consistently

• Team player with great attitude

• Ensures portion necessities and portion control for all food functions are recipes, especially high cost items

• Breakdown workstation and complete closing duties; return all food items to the proper storage areas; rotate all returned product wrap cover label and date all item being put away; straighten up organize all storage areas clean up and wipe down food prep areas reach ins/walk ins and shelves; return all unused and clean utensil/equipment to the specified locations; ice down hot items from the steam table so they cool quickly; turn off all equipment not needed for the next shift; restock items that were depleted during the shift

• Maintains constant awareness of safety issues, (i.e. broken glass, frayed electrical cords, leaks, broken locks and suspicious persons). Reports all safety incidents to on-duty supervisors.

• Acts with responsibility towards all company property, supplies and equipment

• Reports to work on time as designated by posted schedule

• Maintains a professional appearance.

• Remains alert, courteous and helpful to the guests and colleagues at all times

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school education required

Experience:

• At least one-year kitchen/prep experience or one year of culinary school required

• Customer Service experience preferred

Skills:

• Must be able to speak, write and understand English

• Must have complete understanding of the fundamentals of the culinary operation

• Must be able to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written

• Must be able to work with an around kitchen equipment

• Must be able to work with and around a diverse group of food, seasonings, etc.

• Must possesses excellent communication skills, verbal and written

• Must be professional in appearance and demeanor

• Must be able to work under pressure

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Must have excellent listening skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equipment to Be Used: stove, oven, mixer, dish machine, knives

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time throughout the shift
• Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, control, and feel tools, equipment, and ingredients with precision
• Ability to perform repetitive motions as part of daily kitchen tasks
• Ability to walk and move continuously in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to bend, twist, and maneuver the body as needed to complete tasks efficiently and safely

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily indoors in a commercial kitchen setting
• Uniforms such as aprons, chef coats, and other standard kitchen attire are required
• Regular exposure to hazardous conditions including hot surfaces, sharp tools, and equipment that may result in minor cuts or burns
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, including hot equipment (ovens, stovetops) and cold storage areas (freezers)
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as gloves and other safety attire as needed
• Work is performed in close proximity to other team members in a collaborative environment
• May be exposed to cleaning chemicals, food contaminants, and kitchen machinery
• Environment can be fast-paced, loud, and high-energy with multiple simultaneous demands

WHO WE ARE:

Perched right over the sand on Folly Beach, Koko’s on the Pier is your go-to for ocean views, tiki drinks, and craveable coastal bites. It’s the kind of place where guests drift on up from the beach and settle into live music, salty breezes, and an easy, island-inspired vibe.

The atmosphere? Bright, casual, and effortlessly fun. The team? Welcoming, upbeat, and dialed in when it counts. And the view? All-time.

EOE / DFWP