Line Cook for Busy Airport Restaurant
15 days ago
Atlanta
Job Description Execute the Line • Cook and plate menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and ticket times., • Work one or more stations (grill, sauté, fry, pantry) during busy rushes., • Keep your station stocked, clean, and organized throughout service., • Maintain Quality & Consistency, • Follow all recipes, specs, and presentation standards so every dish looks and tastes the same., • Taste and check food for proper seasoning, temperature, and doneness., • Communicate clearly with the Kitchen Manager and expo to keep tickets moving smoothly., • Practice Food Safety & Cleanliness, • Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines (including airport and ATL requirements)., • Label, date, and store food correctly; practice FIFO and proper cooling/reheating., • Help with daily and weekly cleaning tasks: equipment, line, refrigeration, storage., • Support the Team, • Assist with prep (chopping, portioning, sauces, batters, etc.) before and after service., • Jump in where needed – dish area, prep, or another station – to support the team., • Communicate respectfully and professionally in a tight, high-volume kitchen. ⸻ What We’re Looking For • Experience, • 1–2 years of line cook experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred (airport, hotel, or busy casual dining a plus)., • Comfort working tickets quickly during peak rushes while staying accurate and organized., • Skills & Traits, • Strong knife skills and basic cooking techniques (grill, sauté, fry, broil, reheating)., • Ability to read tickets and follow recipes and prep lists without constant supervision., • Sense of urgency with a calm, professional attitude., • Team player who takes feedback well and wants to get better over time., • Requirements, • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs for extended periods., • Ability to work in a hot, confined kitchen environment., • Availability for a mix of early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays (airport schedule)., • Must be able to pass airport badging and background checks required by ATL. ⸻ What It’s Like to Work Here • A professional kitchen team that’s worked together for years and feels like a small family., • Consistent guest traffic in the International Terminal – we stay busy., • Opportunities to learn different stations and grow your skills as we continue to grow as a company. ⸻ Jekyll Island Seafood Company is a busy, full-service restaurant in Concourse F of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, serving coastal Southern favorites like shrimp cocktail, blackened grouper sandwiches, lobster bisque, and classic American fare, plus cold draft beer for travelers from all over the world with warm, professional hospitality.