OPUS 9 STEAKHOUSE IS HIRING — EXPERIENCED LINE COOK

BUSY KITCHEN. SERIOUS VOLUME. WE NEED A COOK WHO LIKES TO STAY BUSY.

DO YOU THRIVE WHEN THE TICKETS START FLYING?

Opus 9 Steakhouse is looking for an experienced, dependable Line Cook who enjoys a busy service, knows how to manage volume, and takes pride in keeping the plates coming without sacrificing quality.

This is not a slow kitchen. We have a strong volume of business, and we need someone who is comfortable working at a fast pace, staying focused, and keeping their station moving from the first ticket to the last.

As one of Williamsburg’s premier steakhouses, Opus 9 is known for premium steaks, fresh seafood, handcrafted dishes, and exceptional service. We’re looking for a cook who can handle the pace and consistently deliver the quality plating our guests expect.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own and operate the sauté station during busy service
• Prepare steaks, seafood, sauces, and other menu items to recipe and quality standards
• Work efficiently through high-volume ticket times
• Keep your station fully prepped, stocked, clean, and ready to go
• Manage multiple tickets while maintaining proper timing and temperatures
• Execute every plate with consistency, accuracy, and attention to presentation
• Stay ahead of prep and anticipate what your station will need
• Communicate clearly with chefs and fellow cooks throughout service
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Follow all food-safety and sanitation standards
• Help other stations and team members when needed
• Assist with breakdown, cleaning, stocking, and closing duties

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

• Has professional sauté/line-cook experience
• Is comfortable working in a high-volume kitchen
• Likes to be busy and thrives under pressure
• Can move with urgency without becoming careless
• Has strong cooking skills and understands proper timing and temperature
• Can manage multiple tickets and priorities at once
• Takes ownership of their station and stays ahead of the rush
• Is reliable, punctual, and ready to work every shift
• Communicates well and works as part of a team
• Takes pride in consistency, cleanliness, and quality
• Has steakhouse or upscale dining experience preferred
• Is available for evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Will not repeat the same mistakes

WHY OPUS 9?

Competitive pay based on experience

A busy kitchen with plenty of opportunity to work and earn

Premium steaks and quality ingredients

Free employee meal every shift

Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling

Professional, respectful kitchen environment

Experienced culinary team

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Work in one of Williamsburg’s established upscale steakhouses

WE’RE BUSY — AND THAT’S A GREAT THING.

If you’re the cook who likes a full rail, enjoys the pace, stays calm under pressure, and takes pride in getting every plate out right, we want to meet you.

We need someone who will show up, get set, stay focused, and keep moving.

If you like being busy, you’ll fit right in.

Apply today and join the culinary team at Opus 9 Steakhouse.

Location: Williamsburg, VA

We fully embrace the fine dining experience from quality of steakhouse fare to the diversity of the wine list, casual elegance, club-like lounge sophistication, ambiance, private dining accommodations and first class service.
We offer a diverse selection of fine wine, hand-picked to compliment dinner choices.

Salary

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule, Employee discount

Job Type

Full time, Part time

Schedule

8 hour shift, Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, Holidays