Line Cook

Line Cook – Fine Dining | $22–$24/Hour | Miami, FL

Company: DishwasherHero+
Location: Miami, Florida
Pay Range: $22.00–$24.00 per hour (USD)
Job Type: Hourly, on-site, shift-based assignments
Schedule: Flexible shifts, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs

About DishwasherHero+

DishwasherHero+ is a technology-driven hospitality staffing company connecting experienced culinary professionals with restaurants, hotels, luxury dining establishments, catering companies, and other hospitality businesses.

We are seeking experienced, skilled, and passionate Line Cooks to support high-volume, fine-dining kitchen operations throughout Miami, Florida.

The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, excellent knife skills, experience with French cooking techniques, and the ability to maintain exceptional food quality in a fast-paced professional kitchen.

As a Line Cook, you will work alongside experienced chefs and kitchen teams to prepare high-quality dishes while maintaining consistency, organization, and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Set up, organize, and maintain assigned cooking stations according to restaurant standards.

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items with precision, following established recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines.

• Skillfully prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, and cold food items.

• Apply classical French culinary techniques, including sautéing, roasting, braising, grilling, and sauce preparation.

• Maintain consistent food quality, flavor, texture, and presentation during service.

• Monitor food preparation and cooking temperatures to ensure safe food handling.

• Restock ingredients and maintain adequate station supplies throughout each shift.

• Execute dishes accurately and efficiently during high-volume dining periods.

Kitchen Operations & Organization

• Safely operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, fryers, stovetops, and food preparation tools.

• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked cooking stations.

• Assist with kitchen organization, walk-in coolers, refrigeration units, and dry storage areas.

• Properly cover, label, date, rotate, and store prepared food items.

• Follow opening and closing procedures to ensure kitchen readiness for the next service.

• Assist with inventory management and food preparation planning.

• Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and portion-control standards.

Teamwork & Culinary Standards

• Collaborate closely with the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chefs, and Kitchen Manager.

• Follow instructions and execute assigned tasks according to restaurant specifications.

• Communicate professionally with kitchen staff during preparation and service.

• Maintain efficiency and composure during busy dining periods.

• Support team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.

• Perform additional kitchen-related responsibilities as assigned by culinary management.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow applicable Florida food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Maintain proper food temperatures, storage conditions, and cooking procedures.

• Prevent cross-contamination and follow food allergen safety protocols.

• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and preparation surfaces.

• Follow kitchen hygiene, workplace safety, and sanitation procedures.

• Complete applicable food safety training within legally required timeframes.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Minimum 2 years of professional Line Cook experience in a high-volume restaurant or similar commercial kitchen.

• Strong knowledge of food preparation, professional cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.

• Excellent knife skills and food presentation abilities.

• Ability to follow detailed recipes, precise instructions, and established kitchen standards.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced fine-dining environment.

• Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented.

• Familiarity with French cooking techniques and professional culinary preparation.

• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to complete applicable food safety training as required by Florida law.

Preferred

• Culinary school diploma, certificate, or college degree in Culinary Arts.

• Experience working in upscale restaurants, luxury hotels, or French-inspired kitchens.

• Proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Experience working with seafood, premium meats, and classical French sauces.

• Current Florida-approved food handler training certification.

• Experience working directly under a Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout assigned shifts.

• Ability to bend, reach, lift, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.

• Ability to lift and carry kitchen supplies weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work safely around hot cooking surfaces, sharp utensils, and commercial kitchen equipment.

• Ability to perform essential job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation & Scheduling

Hourly Pay Range: $22.00–$24.00 USD

Actual compensation within the advertised range will depend on relevant experience, culinary skills, qualifications, and assigned responsibilities.

• Compensation is based on actual hours worked.

• Eligible nonexempt employees receive overtime compensation in accordance with applicable law.

• Shift schedules depend on restaurant and hospitality staffing requirements.

• Opportunities for morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be available.

• Weekly hours and ongoing assignments are not guaranteed.

• Applicable legally required leave and other benefits will be provided based on eligibility and employment terms.

Why Join DishwasherHero+?

• Competitive hourly compensation of $22–$24.

• Opportunities to work in upscale restaurants and fine-dining establishments.

• Gain experience working alongside accomplished culinary professionals.

• Develop advanced cooking skills and French culinary techniques.

• Flexible scheduling opportunities based on available assignments.

• Opportunities for additional assignments based on qualifications, availability, and performance.

• Support from the DishwasherHero+ staffing operations team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through ZipRecruiter.

Qualified applicants may be contacted for an initial screening to discuss their culinary experience, professional kitchen skills, and availability.

Selected candidates will receive further instructions regarding DishwasherHero+ onboarding and available assignments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DishwasherHero+ is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law.

Join DishwasherHero+ and bring your culinary expertise to Miami's dynamic fine-dining hospitality industry.