Line Cook - St. Louis, MO

Brick House Tavern + Tap is a vibrant, community-focused restaurant and bar known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to quality dining experiences. As a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, the establishment prides itself on delivering exceptional food, drinks, and service in a lively setting. Known for its diverse menu featuring both classic and contemporary American fare, Brick House Tavern + Tap emphasizes fresh ingredients, innovative recipes, and a warm, friendly environment that encourages guests to relax and enjoy their time. The company values diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity employment, fostering a respectful workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to succeed. The Line Cook position at Brick House Tavern + Tap is a critical role within the Back of House team, focused on preparing, seasoning, cooking, and plating food items that meet the restaurant's high standards for quality and presentation. This role requires a strong attention to detail, adherence to recipes and plating specifications, and the ability to maintain cleanliness and safety throughout the kitchen environment. Line Cooks are essential for ensuring timely service during busy periods, managing multiple cooking stations efficiently, and maintaining consistent food temperatures and portion sizes. The role offers a flexible schedule allowing for varied work hours—whether part-time or full-time involvement is desired—and provides an hourly wage ranging from $18 to $22, reflecting experience and skill level. Additionally, employees benefit from participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match, as well as eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to applicable rules. The successful candidate will undergo a comprehensive five-day training program that includes classroom learning, observation, on-the-job practice, and testing to fully prepare them for meeting the expectations of the role. Communication skills are emphasized, as Line Cooks must effectively interact with team members and management, read tickets accurately, and adapt quickly to changes such as special modifications and peak business demands. Physical stamina is also crucial, as the job involves standing for extended periods, lifting moderately heavy items, manipulating kitchen tools, and adhering to strict hygiene and safety standards to guarantee a safe workplace. At Brick House Tavern + Tap, the kitchen team is a collaborative environment where Line Cooks help and substitute for one another during particularly busy shifts, demonstrating a sense of urgency and teamwork that supports overall restaurant efficiency. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts, eager to develop their cooking skills in a dynamic setting, and committed to contributing to a positive workplace culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Brick House Tavern + Tap ensures a fair and inclusive hiring process and actively seeks to build a diverse staff dedicated to excellence in hospitality.

• Previous restaurant experience desired
• Complete a five-day training program including classroom, observation, on-the-job and testing
• Pass final testing and management evaluation prior to assuming job responsibilities
• Able to clearly communicate with team members and managers
• Able to read tickets and modifications
• Able to work in a team environment