Line cook

Chai Pani is slang in India for going out for a cup of tea, a tasty bite, a snack, or “a little something.” For us, it means groundbreaking, fun, affordable, and delicious Indian street food, paired with a passion for making people happy and building connections through good food and compassionate hospitality. We’ve been recognized with seven James Beard nominations , and in 2022, Chai Pani Asheville won Outstanding Restaurant . We’ve been featured in The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, and even landed on Oprah’s Favorite Things. But accolades don’t matter if the experience we offer doesn’t feel warm, genuine, and grounded. That’s where you come in. If this sounds like a journey you want to take with us — providing extraordinary hospitality and changing the perception of Indian cuisine in America — we’re currently accepting applications for Line Cooks! Position Summary As a Line Cook, your role focuses on preparing and executing food orders to the highest standards, ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency. You’ll contribute to the day‑to‑day operations of the kitchen, maintaining organization and cleanliness, while working closely with other team members to provide an exceptional dining experience for guests. Primary Responsibilities Prepare food items for service according to recipes and specifications. Execute food orders with speed, precision, and consistency, maintaining high standards of quality. Maintain cleanliness and organization on the line, prep areas, and kitchen throughout the shift. Ensure sanitizer buckets, gloves, and rags are available and maintained according to health inspection standards. Keep the prep room, line, walk‑in, coolers, and pantry clean, stocked, and organized at all times. Handle trash, recycling, and cardboard boxes properly at the end of the shift. Communication Provide ongoing feedback to BOH Management regarding food quality, sanitation, and organizational issues. Check in with the BOH Manager at the end of each shift and participate in the daily huddle. Attend monthly All‑Staff meetings. Participate in six‑month performance check‑ins with BOH Management to assess growth and areas for improvement. Evaluation Metrics Positive reviews from BOH Management, other cooks, FOH staff, and guests regarding food quality, consistency, and overall performance. Positive feedback from coworkers about organization, cleanliness, and teamwork. Compliance with health code standards and maintaining a high Health Code score. Non‑Negotiables Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including dress code, punctuality, and maintaining a professional attitude. Provide consistently high food quality with attention to detail. Place clear, accurate inventory orders as needed. Communicate specials and relevant information to line cooks and FOH staff. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with health code requirements. Complete all checklists at the beginning and end of each shift. Communicate any needs, concerns, or issues promptly. Uphold and embrace the company culture, fostering a positive and collaborative environment. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability, dependent care FSA, and supplemental life insurance (full‑time team members) Company paid life insurance (full and part‑time team members) Tip‑share program Flexible work schedules Paid sick days Free shift meals Employee discount on merch, Spicewalla products, and all of our other restaurant locations in Asheville, Charlotte & Atlanta Cash advance program Opportunity to apply to annual staff trip to India after 1 year of employment Giving back is at the heart of Chai Pani’s mission. We make a difference when and where we can – from our partnership with an education non‑profit in Mumbai; to feeding the homeless with dignity in our communities; and within our own walls, offering competitive pay, schedules, and benefits that support work‑life harmony. We hope you’ll join our team and be a difference‑maker too. #J-18808-Ljbffr