Line Cook

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 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 farms, ranches, and producers in SE Kansas. We intend to make as much as we can using traditional cooking methods and genuine technique. Every plate that leaves the kitchen is made with intention. We seat 175 in a full-service dining room and event space, with a full bar program and year-round golf tournament and banquet catering.

About the role

As a Line Cook at Ember & Oak, you will be responsible for executing your station to standard on every ticket, every service. You'll work in a fully equipped professional kitchen with quality equipment, quality product, and a chef who works the line beside you.

Responsibilities

• Execute your assigned station (grill, sauté, fry, or pantry) to spec on every ticket
• Follow standardized recipes and techniques with precision; consistency is our standard, not the exception
• 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 work under pressure
• Participate in pre-service staff meal and team briefing
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties as assigned
• Treat every protein, vegetable, and plate with respect
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Willingness to learn and be coached
• A team-first attitude and professional demeanor

Qualifications

• 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

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of Line Cook, the employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods.

Pay

$18.00 to $21.00 hourly