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Job DescriptionJob Posting TitleLine CookJob Description Line Cook Skills: Food preparation Short order cook Safe food handling Multitasking Team player Organization Attention to detail Food running Cleanliness and sanitation Equipment operation Event support We are seeking motivated kitchen workers to join our team at Nakoma Golf Club. The ideal candidate will assist with food preparation and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Responsibilities include food prep, cooking, stocking, and opening/closing the kitchen. Weekend and holiday availability are required to be considered for this position. We expect staff to work 4-5 shifts per week during the season. Previous kitchen experience is required. A willingness to learn, take initiative, and ask questions is extremely important. Prior experience in Country Clubs is helpful but not necessary. Please indicate if you have had any relevant management or supervisor experience. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to multitask during busy hours, and maintain strong attention to detail. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. If you enjoy working as part of a team and providing great service in a fun summer environment, we encourage you to apply. Base wage is $18 per hour with an opportunity to earn more. Include shift scheduleNot IncludedInclude budgeted hoursNot Included

Job DescriptionDescription: Are you a culinary professional looking for more work-life balance and career growth than a typical sous chef or line cook position can offer? This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am–6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE. In this role, you’ll work as a personal chef for 8–9 clients per week—handling weekly grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen clean-up. You’ll have the chance to showcase your creativity in a variety of cuisines while building relationships with clients who appreciate your culinary expertise. Beyond weekly meal prep, our chefs also: • Host intimate private dining events and dinner parties, • Teach cooking classes as a culinary instructor, • Lead corporate team-building cooking workshops, • Support special projects such as menu design and event catering What Makes This Role Different from Restaurant Kitchen Jobs? Unlike traditional restaurant sous chef or line cook jobs, this position offers: • Consistent, predictable Monday–Friday hours (no REGULAR late nights or weekends), • Direct client interaction and creative menu freedom, • Opportunities to grow beyond the kitchen into events, education, and leadership Why Work With Us? We invest in our chefs through hands-on training, mentorship, and career development programs. If you’re someone who enjoys taking initiative, building relationships, and driving growth, this role offers virtually unlimited potential. At our company, we reward hard work, creativity, and dedication. You’ll be more than just a line cook or sous chef—you’ll have the opportunity to grow into a private chef, event chef, or culinary leader. Pay: $25-28 per hou Benefits: • Retirement Plan, 401k and 401k Matching, • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, • Short & Long Term Disability, • Life Insurance, • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, • Flexible Spending Account (FSA), • Dependent Care Account (DCA), • Paid Time Off, • Profit Sharing Qualified applicants should have a minimum of four years of line experience, a sense of urgency, people skills, attention to detail, ServSafe Manager certification and state-specific Allergen, and have a reliable vehicle. Previous experience/familiarity with computer/email/Google Workspaces/social media is preferred. All applicants offered a position will be subject to a background check. Please note that we use E-Verify to electronically confirm Form I-9 information to verify employee's identity and employment eligibility. Travel may be required during training. (TSC compensates for travel.) A cover letter is highly encouraged. Interview Process 15-min fit call - Video interview - Bench Test, cook a meal (Reimbursement) - Full Day Stage (Paid) Supplemental pay types: • Bonus pay, • Unlimited referral bonuses, • Paid training Schedule: • 8-hour shift, • 10-hour shift, • Day shift, • Monday to FridayRequirements:, • Culinary Experience: 1 year (Required), • Cooking: 4 years (Required)

Job DescriptionLooking for a FULL TIME Dishwasher to join our team immediately! Come join City Barbeque in serving and creating happiness with America’s best BBQ, while living by 4 core values: • Safety First, • Treat others with integrity, fairness and respect, • Deliver quality without sacrifice, • Produce profit and cash flow for long-term value The best BBQ comes with the best benefits: • Opportunities for raises TWICE a year, • Your favorite BBQ-for free (up to $2,400/year), • 25% discount when not working, • Free uniforms & free pair of slip resistant shoes, • Vacation pay*, • 401k match up to 4% of salary*, • Annual scholarship opportunity ($3,000 value), • Flexible scheduling, • Medical, dental & vision insurance after 60 days* *Benefits available to those who qualify after the preliminary waiting period City Barbeque’s BOH positions include: • Prep Cook, • Boards (our barbeque term for our meat carver), • Pits (working the smokers), • Dish Washer We are looking for individuals who: • Provide great backyard hospitality for guests, • Work in a fast and independent manner, • Can cross-train and work multiple stations, • Consistently follow proper recipes and procedures, • Maintain our high standards for food preparation and sanitation, • Contribute to the team by taking initiative and will pitch-in to help others To promote good teamwork, daily tasks include: • Arrive on time for each shift and practice proper time reporting (punch in and out accurately), • Complete hot and cold food prep assignments by following recipes accurately, neatly and according to sanitation guidelines, • Work in collaboration to prepare take out and catering orders in a timely fashion, • Follow station checklists and cleaning lists consistently and thoroughly, • Provide a positive attitude when interacting with teammates and guests Relevant job titles include: Curbside, Drive-thru, Hostess, Host Staff, Front Desk, Greeter, Receptionist, Phone Worker, Restaurant Job, Hourly Job, Restaurant Hourly Job, FOH, Front of House, Server, Servers, Food Server, Food Service, Food Service Worker, Waiter, Waiters, Waitress, Waitresses, Food Server, Crew Member, Crewmember, Full Service Crew Member, Full Service Teammate, Limited Service Crew Member, Fast Casual Crew Member, Fast Casual Teammate, Part Time Crew Member, Part Time Teammate, Restaurant Teammate, Restaurant Crew Member, Customer Service, Cashier, Counter Attendant, Hospitality, Line Server, Crew Person, Chef City Barbeque participates in E-Verify. To learn more, please visit: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-VerifyParticipationPoster_ES.pdf 46033 46082 46074 46280 46290 46062 46069 46074 46077 46034

Job Description Hourly Rates Range from $13-$20 per hour! Great BBQ helps us grow, serving and creating happiness is the goal. Whether you're looking for a fun, fulfilling job, or a career that takes you places, there's a way for you to thrive at City Barbeque. Whether you prefer a front- or back-of-house experience, there's a place for you on the team. City Barbeque teammates carve smoked-on-site meats, craft sides from scratch, and cultivate an atmosphere of genuine backyard hospitality in every joint, every day. No matter the role, the opportunities for growth are unmatched. Back of House: • Pits – prepare and smoke meats, • Boards – line cook, meat cutter, • Prep – prepare sides and desserts from scratch, • Dishwasher – dishwasher, utility JOINT TEAMMATE PAY & BENEFITS • Reviews (with opportunities for raises) twice a year, • Bi-weekly pay or Daily pay options*, • Up to $2,400/year in free BBQ, • 25% discount when off the clock, • Free uniforms and slip-resistant shoes, • Vacation pay*, • Holiday pay (four holidays paid - time and a half), • 401(k) match up to 4% of salary*, • Annual scholarship opportunity (up to $3,000/year), • Flexible scheduling, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 60 days)*, • Paid basic life insurance*, • Voluntary life insurance*, • Short-term disability*, • Bereavement pay, • A variety of healthcare benefits and programs, including accident and hospital insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and more*, • Purchasing Power Credit alternative, • Access to City Cares, our teammate assistance fund, for qualifying instances of hardship or disaster, • Access to counseling and community resources via our Employee Assistance Plan *for eligible teammates QUALITY FOOD – MADE BY – QUALITY PEOPLE Everyone likes to say it, but we really mean it: we're like one big family. After a taste of our incredible culture (not to mention the city's best barbeque), folks can't wait to join the team. City Barbeque teammates love to serve, have fun at work, and are eager to grow. We take care of our people with advancement opportunities, great pay and benefits, a dedication to work/life balance, and—of course—the best free food. Enjoy it all when you join the City Barbeque family. We are looking for individuals who: • Provide great backyard hospitality for guests, • Work in a fast and independent manner, • Can cross-train and work multiple stations, • Consistently follow proper recipes and procedures, • Maintain our high standards for food preparation and sanitation, • Contribute to the team by taking initiative and will pitch-in to help others To promote good teamwork, daily tasks include: • Arrive on time for each shift and practice proper time reporting (punch in and out accurately), • Complete hot food prep assignments by following recipes accurately, neatly, and according to sanitation guidelines, • Work in collaboration to prepare take out and catering orders in a timely fashion, • Follow station checklists and cleaning lists consistently and thoroughly, • Provide a positive attitude when interacting with teammates and guests City Barbeque participates in E-Verify. To learn more, please visit: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-VerifyParticipationPoster_ES.pdf

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Employee discounts, • Flexible schedule, • Wellness resources POSITION TITLE: Line Cook - Monona DEPT/LOCATION: Back of House REPORTING TO: Chef/General Manager Buck & Honey's Monona is looking for full time kitchen PM Line Cook to join our team! Candidates should have open availability to work PM shifts. Weekend availability is required. JOB SUMMARY • Prepare the line for service and work to prepare dishes consistently in a fast paced, high volume kitchen environment.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, • Ensure the preparation station and the kitchen is set up and stocked., • Prepare simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces., • Clean prep areas and take care of leftovers., • Stock inventory and supplies., • Cook menu items with the support of kitchen staff., • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations., • Acts with appropriate caution in a dangerous environment where there are knives and high-temperature surfaces.This job description describes the general nature and scope of responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum of two years of experience in a kitchen of similar setup.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILIITES, • Understands all aspects of the kitchen equipment., • Possesses skills such as chopping, prep, execution., • Can prepare food consistently and accepts constructive criticism when it needs to be corrected., • Open availability with your schedule., • Ability to hold oneself accountable for actions, successes, and failures., • Ability to be flexible in the work environment and willing to adapt to changing organizational needs.WORKING CONDITIONS, • Primarily active work, spending hours standing and walking, exerting up to 25-40 lbs. of force., • See at a distance (20 feet), at close range (12 inches), distinguish between shape, and utilize peripheral vision to avoid potential hazards., • Hear so that verbal communications can be received, understood, and acted upon., • Read, write, and perform addition/subtraction calculations., • Remember abbreviations and menu items., • Control and utilize slice, chop, and operate equipment., • Bend, handle, carry, lift, reach, wipe, climb and stoop., • Walk and stand for up to eight (8) hours., • Primary working position is standing and walking with occasional stooping, crouching and kneeling; frequent reaching, carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling, typing, grasping, talking, speaking clearly, hearing and seeing., • Moderate to loud noise level consistent with a restaurant environment. Outside environmental factors during summer season.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Benefit Conditions: • Waiting period may apply Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Referral program, • Vision insuranceShift:, • 8 hour shift, • Evening shift

Job Description In the heart of downtown Madison, where the city meets the water, a new experience is taking shape - one that blends flavor, culture, and community in a setting like no other. Join our team at One Food Hall in the One09 building overlooking Lake Monona! A food hall for one and all, One Social offers eclectic cuisine, a delightful ambiance, and engaging events, all with a stunning water view. NOW HIRING FULL & PART TIME: • LINE COOKS Come Join Our Great Team! As a Line Cook, you are at the heart of the kitchen’s energy and execution, responsible for preparing hot and cold components to precise standards. You ensure every cooked menu item is delivered at its peak quality, working in close coordination with the assembly and prep teams to guarantee seamless service. If you have a real commitment to high standards, let's talk! Benefits Include: Paid time off, which begins accumulating immediately Medical benefits for full time employees Flexible Schedules Meal Benefits Holiday Pay Employee Meal Discounts Professional Advancement An equal opportunity employer. Mainstreet Venture (MSV) is a well established, full service group of restaurant concepts that have growth opportunities for team members in a full service casual dining restaurnat company. At MSV you can grow your career with us. We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.

Job Description Overview At Noodles and Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We are hiring Team Members to join our back-of-house kitchen crew as cooks and line cooks who prepare fresh ingredients, cook dishes to order, and help keep our kitchens running smoothly and consistently. We know noodles, and we know how great food, made with care, brings people together. Our back-of-house teams bring that to life every day through fresh prep, real cooking techniques, and care put into every bowl we serve. Whether you’re learning our sauté skills, supporting your team during a rush, or helping maintain a positive kitchen environment, your work shapes every bowl we serve. If you’re ready to build skills, learn something new, and grow with a team that values your contribution, apply today. After your interview, we’ll treat you to a complimentary meal (up to $10 value), because every great connection starts with great food. Why Choose Noodles & Company? We offer a place to learn, grow, and build confidence, with perks designed to support both work and life: • Competitive pay plus tips, • Flexible schedules for part-time or full-time needs, • Ability to get early access to earned pay, • Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones, • Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities, • Recognition programs that celebrate your achievements, • Free mental health, legal, and financial resources to support your well-being, • Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance, • 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts, • Leadership development programs to fuel your growth, • Free online Spanish and English courses, • Noodles Resource Groups - inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support your personal and professional growth, • Learn more about our benefits: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks What You Bring to the Table As a Back-of-House Team Member, you help create a great guest experience by: • Preparing fresh ingredients and cooking dishes to order. No experience with a sauté pan is needed; we will provide paid training., • Ensuring each dish is made with consistency, quality, and attention to presentation., • Following recipes, prep guides, and standard procedures accurately., • Learning and refining kitchen and sauté skills through hands-on training., • Maintaining pace during peak hours and supporting smooth kitchen flow., • Working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where communication matters., • Managing multiple tasks effectively to help meet guest expectations during busy shifts., • Working safely around kitchen equipment, heat, and steam., • Using kitchen tools, timers, and basic systems as part of daily routines., • Keeping the restaurant clean and organized while following food safety and sanitation standards., • Bringing dependability, positivity, and a supportive attitude to every shift., • Meeting the physical requirements of the role, which may include, but are not limited to, standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation., • Obtaining and maintaining any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations., • Must be at least 16 years old, making this a great opportunity for teens or anyone eager to gain new skills and start building their career. Noodles & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military Friendly workplace. We encourage Veterans and their spouses to apply. We are proud to be recognized on Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ Best Employers for Women, and Forbes’ Best Employers for Company Culture lists, and are committed to creating a workplace where Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full self to work. Application Deadline: We accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. There is no specific application deadline, and we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications at their convenience.

Job Description In the heart of downtown Madison, where the city meets the water, a new experience is taking shape - one that blends flavor, culture, and community in a setting like no other. Join our team at One Food Hall in the One09 building overlooking Lake Monona! A food hall for one and all, One Social offers eclectic cuisine, a delightful ambiance, and engaging events, all with a stunning water view. NOW HIRING FULL & PART TIME: • PREP COOKS / KITCHEN TEAM Come Join Our Great Team! If you have a real commitment to high standards, let's talk! Benefits Include: Paid time off, which begins accumulating immediately Medical benefits for full time employees Flexible Schedules Meal Benefits Holiday Pay Employee Meal Discounts Professional Advancement An equal opportunity employer. Mainstreet Venture (MSV) is a well established, full service group of restaurant concepts that have growth opportunities for team members in a full service casual dining restaurnat company. At MSV you can grow your career with us. We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.

Job DescriptionCITY Barbeque is HIRING! Hourly Rates Range from $13-$18 per hour! Great BBQ helps us grow, serving and creating happiness is the goal. Whether you're looking for a fun, fulfilling job, or a career that takes you places, there's a way for you to thrive at City Barbeque. Whether you prefer a front- or back-of-house experience, there's a place for you on the team. City Barbeque teammates carve smoked-on-site meats, craft sides from scratch, and cultivate an atmosphere of genuine backyard hospitality in every joint, every day. No matter the role, the opportunities for growth are unmatched. Front of House: • Cashier – walk in/drive-thru, • Counter Server – expo, curbside, and guest services Back of House: • Pits – prepare and smoke meats, • Boards – line cook, meat cutter, • Prep – prepare sides and desserts from scratch (and help with catering orders), • Dishwasher – dishwasher, utility JOINT TEAMMATE PAY & BENEFITS • Reviews (with opportunities for raises) twice a year, • Bi-weekly pay or Daily pay options*, • Up to $2,400/year in free BBQ, • 25% discount when off the clock, • Free uniforms and slip-resistant shoes, • Vacation pay*, • Holiday pay (four holidays paid - time and a half), • 401(k) match up to 4% of salary*, • Annual scholarship opportunity (up to $3,000/year), • Flexible scheduling, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 60 days)*, • Paid basic life insurance*, • Voluntary life insurance*, • Short-term disability*, • Bereavement pay, • A variety of healthcare benefits and programs, including accident and hospital insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and more*, • Purchasing Power Credit alternative, • Access to City Cares, our teammate assistance fund, for qualifying instances of hardship or disaster, • Access to counseling and community resources via our Employee Assistance Plan *for eligible teammates QUALITY FOOD – MADE BY – QUALITY PEOPLE Everyone likes to say it, but we really mean it: we're like one big family. After a taste of our incredible culture (not to mention the city's best barbeque), folks can't wait to join the team. City Barbeque teammates love to serve, have fun at work, and are eager to grow. We take care of our people with advancement opportunities, great pay and benefits, a dedication to work/life balance, and—of course—the best free food. Enjoy it all when you join the City Barbeque family. We are looking for individuals who: • Provide great backyard hospitality for guests, • Work in a fast and independent manner, • Can cross-train and work multiple stations, • Consistently follow proper recipes and procedures, • Maintain our high standards for food preparation and sanitation, • Contribute to the team by taking initiative and will pitch-in to help others To promote good teamwork, daily tasks include: • Arrive on time for each shift and practice proper time reporting (punch in and out accurately), • Complete hot food prep assignments by following recipes accurately, neatly, and according to sanitation guidelines, • Work in collaboration to prepare take out and catering orders in a timely fashion, • Follow station checklists and cleaning lists consistently and thoroughly, • Provide a positive attitude when interacting with teammates and guests City Barbeque participates in E-Verify. To learn more, please visit: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-VerifyParticipationPoster_ES.pdf

Job DescriptionLead Line Cook Location: Draper Brothers Chophouse. Job Type: Full-Time. Reports To: Executive Chef / Kitchen Manager. Position Summary: The Lead Line Cook / Broiler Cook is responsible for managing the broiler station and supporting overall line operations in a high-volume steakhouse kitchen. This role requires expert knowledge of steak preparation, precise temperature control, and strong leadership skills to ensure consistent food quality, proper timing, and smooth service. The Lead Line Cook helps guide line cooks, maintains kitchen standards, and ensures all dishes meet the restaurant’s quality expectations. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook steaks and proteins on the broiler according to restaurant specifications and guest preferences., • Maintain proper grill and broiler temperatures to ensure consistent doneness and quality., • Lead and support line cooks during service to maintain efficient kitchen operations., • Coordinate ticket timing with other stations to ensure all dishes are completed simultaneously., • Monitor product quality, portion control, and plate presentation., • Assist with training and mentoring new line cooks and kitchen staff., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times., • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department standards., • Assist with prep work, inventory rotation, and product labeling as needed., • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team and management during service. Qualifications: • 3+ years of line cook experience, preferably in a steakhouse or high-volume kitchen., • Strong experience working with broilers, grills, and high-heat cooking equipment., • Thorough knowledge of steak cuts, temperatures, and cooking techniques., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods., • Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills., • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards., • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Preferred Qualifications: • Previous experience as a lead line cook or kitchen supervisor., • Experience training or mentoring kitchen staff., • Passion for high-quality steak and protein preparation. Compensation & Benefits: • Competitive hourly wage based on experience., • Employee meal program., • Opportunities for advancement. Schedule: • Evenings, weekends, and holidays required., • Full-time availability preferred.

Job Description Located on the One 09 in downtown Madison and overlooking Lake Monona, One Prime is an upscale steakhouse featuring premium cuts, excellent wine, panoramic lake views, a corner bar with outdoor access, and two reservable private dining rooms for special events. While Blue Jack is a chic, intimate cocktail lounge & speakeasy featuring appetizers, dessert, and craft cocktails. NOW HIRING FULL & PART TIME: • LINE COOKS Come Join Our Great Team! If you have a real commitment to high standards, let's talk! Benefits Include: Paid time off, which begins accumulating immediately Medical benefits for full time employees Flexible Schedules Meal Benefits Holiday Pay Employee Meal Discounts Professional Advancement An equal opportunity employer. We offer great restaurant culinary careers for line cooks (concinero / cocinera) who have back of house cooking, chef, saute cook or grill cook kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant environment.