Line Cook PM

The Madison Concourse Hotel is looking for a skilled and dependable PM Line Cook to join our culinary team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working evening service, takes pride in preparing high-quality food, and works well as part of a busy, professional kitchen.

The ideal candidate has previous line cook experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay organized and focused during fast-paced service. Prior experience in a hotel, upscale restaurant, banquet, or high-volume kitchen is preferred. 

Status: Full Time
Typical Hours: 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with flexibility to work weekends and holidays
Pay: Starting at $21 per hour, based on experience

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and guest expectations.
• Maintain consistency in flavor, quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Work closely with the culinary team to support smooth and timely service during busy periods.
• Set up, stock, and maintain the line before, during, and after service.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and storage standards.
• Assist with product rotation, freshness checks, inventory needs, and special dietary requests.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and ready for the next shift.
• Communicate professionally with cooks, chefs, stewards, and service team members.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organized, and proud of their work. The right candidate understands that great food comes from consistency, teamwork, and attention to the details that make each dish right.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience required.
• Hotel, upscale dining, banquet, or high-volume kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong culinary skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to communicate well and work as part of a team.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary education is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to bend, reach, move quickly, and safely perform kitchen duties during service.

Qualified applicants must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. The Madison Concourse Hotel is a drug-free workplace.

Benefits

We hire great people and provide a competitive benefits package, including:

• Free underground employee parking
• Free employee meal every shift
• Discounted hotel rooms
• Discounts at CIRC and Starbucks
• 401(k) matching retirement plan
• Paid time off
• $1,000 employee referral bonus
• Cash advance option to access earned wages before payday
• Up to 30% off hotel rooms at Great Wolf Resorts throughout the U.S. and Canada
• Pet insurance for part-time and full-time employees
• A vibrant and inclusive work environment that values teamwork and celebrates your contributions

Full-time positions also offer:

• A rich Quartz health insurance plan
• Delta Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Additional life insurance options

The Madison Concourse Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by providing fair and consistent treatment and equal growth opportunities for all team members.