Line Cook

Back-of-House Team Members / Line Cooks – Little Donkey (Valley Post)

Join a team that values people, community, and great food. We're looking for friendly, dependable Back-of-House Team Members to help create a welcoming experience for every guest who walks through our doors.

About the Role

As a BOH Team Member / Line Cook, you will be responsible for setting up, organizing, preparing, and plating food orders for the guests according to the plating procedures and within ticket time standards; maintaining quality control, kitchen and food storage, and Health Department guidelines; and restocking and cleaning up. This role is ideal for someone with strong people skills who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What We Offer Flexible Schedules – enjoy a healthy work-life balance

Positive culture – be part of a supportive, community-driven team Growth opportunities – potential to develop your skills and career within our restaurant group

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude
• Knowledge of proper food safety and handling procedures
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Preferred:

• Previous experience using standard kitchen equipment, knives, scales, mixers, stock pots, grills, stoves, ovens, fryers, and other tools or utensils
• Familiarity with food service operations

Responsibilities

• Sets up, stocks, and organizes all workstations and maintains a clean and sanitized workstation and equipment throughout the shift.
• Correctly sets up, operates, breaks down, and cleans all station equipment
• Prepares menu grilled, fried, and baked items using recipes, paying attention to plate presentation Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization in the FOH area
• Comprehends all production tools and can use them in daily operations
• Maintains proper food storage temperatures and rotation using the FIFO Method.
• Handles multiple priorities and works well under stress
• Collaborate with teammates and management to ensure smooth service
• Complies with all health and safety regulations

About Little Donkey & Pihakis Restaurant Group

At Little Donkey, food is about more than flavor—it's about bringing people together. We create spaces where guests feel welcome and employees have the tools to thrive.

We are part of Pihakis Restaurant Group, a family of chefs and hospitality leaders behind some of the South's most loved restaurants. We believe in building community, supporting our teams, and creating lasting careers in hospitality.

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