Line Cook

The Line Cook supports meal preparation for buffet service, à la carte orders, and grab-and-go items at The Ordinary Café. This role requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a spirit of hospitality. While under the direction of the Head Chef and Kitchen Manager, the Line Cook will maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen while upholding Regent University's mission and values.

Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Essential duties:

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with established recipes, quality standards, and portion guidelines.
• Support both buffet and à la carte service throughout breakfast, lunch, and dinner as scheduled.
• Execute prep work for daily service, including chopping, portioning, and storing ingredients.
• Rotate between hot and cold food stations as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including the line, prep, and storage areas
• Follow food safety procedures including temperature checks, sanitation practices, and proper storage (FIFO).

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred (but we will train the right candidate)
• Understanding of basic kitchen equipment and food safety protocols
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and contribute to a team environment
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• SERV Safe Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Candidates must have:

• Reliable, punctual, and respectful to all team members
• Flexible schedule; must be available for some evening and weekend shifts for catered and special events
• Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity 

Regent University does not discriminate in employment in its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status. For full Non-Discrimination Policy click here.

Benefits

Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.