Line Cook

About the role

Ember & Oak is a new chef-driven restaurant and event space opening at Katy Golf Club in Parsons, Kansas in August 2026. We are building something genuinely special for SE Kansas, a scratch kitchen rooted in local sourcing, real technique, and genuine hospitality in an upscale, casual setting. Our goal is to source as locally as possible, supporting the farms, ranches, and producers right here in SE Kansas. We intend to make as much as we can, using real traditional cooking methods and genuine technique. Every plate that leaves this kitchen is made with intention, every day.

Responsibilities

• Execute your assigned station grill, sauté, fry, or pantry to spec on every ticket
• Follow our standardized recipes and techniques with precision
• Maintain mise en place and station cleanliness throughout service
• Complete daily prep assignments to recipe spec and required yield
• Follow all HACCP food safety protocols (temp logs, cooling logs, date labels, FIFO, etc.)
• Communicate clearly with expo and fellow line cooks during service and able to work under pressure
• Participate in pre-service staff meal and team briefing
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to cook good food and be part of a team
• Reliability: if you're scheduled, you show up on time, ready to work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Knife proficiency and prep skills: comfort and safety with a knife is strongly preferred
• A willingness to learn and be coached
• A team-first attitude and professional demeanor

Nice to have

• Professional kitchen experience (strongly preferred but not required)
• Experience on multiple stations (grill, sauté, fry, or pantry)
• ServSafe Food Handler certification
• Banquet or event catering experience
• Passion for scratch cooking and traditional techniques
• Desire to grow into a lead or supervisory role over time