AM Line Chef

The Tavern Group | Tavern on Camac | UBar | 254
Camac Street, Philadelphia

The Tavern Group is seeking a hospitality-driven AM Line Chef to join our culinary team at our Camac Street properties: Tavern on Camac, UBar, and 254.

Located in Philadelphia’s historic Gayborhood, our Camac Street properties offer a unique hospitality environment with distinct concepts, busy daytime operations, and a strong focus on quality food, beverage, and genuine guest service. Across The Tavern Group, we are committed to thoughtful hospitality, attention to detail, and creating restaurants where both our guests and our team can thrive.

We’re looking for a cook who takes ownership of their shift, takes pride in their work, and brings a high level of professionalism and initiative to every service . This is a dedicated AM position with a significant degree of independence, making it an ideal opportunity for someone who is confident managing their space, maintaining kitchen standards, and consistently delivering quality food.

• Work a consistent, dedicated AM schedule
• Execute daytime kitchen service with accuracy, efficiency, and consistency
• Prepare stations for service and maintain proper mise en place throughout the shift
• Follow recipes and execute menu items to specification
• Complete daily prep while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail
• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation
• Receive, organize, and properly store deliveries as needed
• Monitor product levels and communicate prep, ordering, or operational needs to management
• Work closely with the Chef and Front of House team to ensure a smooth service
• Take initiative during slower periods to complete prep, maintain the kitchen, and improve overall readiness
• Communicate effectively with the PM team to ensure a smooth transition between shifts

• Previous line cook or chef experience in a quality-focused restaurant
• Strong fundamental cooking and knife skills
• Ability to execute food consistently to recipe and specification
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of a shift
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• High personal standards for cleanliness, organization, and food safety
• Ability to multitask while maintaining composure and consistency
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and reliability
• A proactive approach and willingness to take initiative
• Desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a strong culinary team

• Dedicated AM schedule
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• A collaborative, team-oriented kitchen environment
• Exposure to multiple concepts within The Tavern Group
• Ongoing training and culinary development
• Opportunities to expand your knowledge of food, beverage, and hospitality
• Growth potential within a growing Philadelphia hospitality group

Our ideal candidate understands that great kitchen work is about maintaining your station, anticipating what the team needs, taking pride in every plate, and leaving the kitchen better prepared for the next service.

If you are a dependable, motivated culinary professional looking for a consistent daytime position where you can take ownership of your work and continue to develop your skills, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of The Tavern Group team.