Line Cook

2 years

1587 Prime is a contemporary American steakhouse built in partnership with Kansas City legends Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes. Since 2025, the restaurant has embraced the bold, spirited essence of Kansas City, offering an elevated take on familiar, approachable dishes that feel both refined and deeply rooted in local tradition.

Our culinary program is driven by ultra high-quality, locally sourced ingredients that highlight the citys heritage while honoring the timeless culture of classic steakhouses. Every dish is crafted with intention, blending Kansas Citys rich flavors with elevated technique. 1587 Prime is a contemporary American steakhouse built in partnership with Kansas City legends Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes. Since 2025, the restaurant has embraced the bold, spirited essence of Kansas City, offering an elevated take on familiar, approachable dishes that feel both refined and deeply rooted in local tradition.

Job Summary

The Line Cook plays a key role in delivering consistent, high-quality dining experience by executing menu items with precision, consistency, and urgency in a fine-dining environment. This position is responsible for preparing and finishing dishes to established standards while maintaining high levels of food quality, presentation, and sanitation. Line Cooks must work efficiently under pressure, take full ownership of their station, follow all recipes and safety guidelines, and collaborate closely with kitchen leadership and teammates to ensure smooth service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and finish menu items to exact specifications with consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Ensure food is executed and delivered simultaneously across stations while maintaining high quality, proper temperature, and presentation

• Follow all recipes, portion sizes, cooking techniques, plating standards, and quality guidelines consistently.

• Execute service with urgency and precision while maintaining composure during high-volume and high-pressure periods

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation at all times, including proper sanitation of surfaces, tools, equipment, and storage areas

• Comply with all health, safety, food handling, and sanitation standards in alignment with local and national regulations

• Receive, understand, and execute instructions from the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Leadership accurately and efficiently

• Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and teammates to ensure smooth service flow and ticket execution

• Anticipate the needs of the team and provide support to other stations when appropriate

• Maintain a professional, focused, and respectful demeanor at all times in the kitchen

• Uphold all kitchen policies, procedures, and standards consistently

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Line Cook or Prep Cook in a high-volume, fine-dining or upscale restaurant environment preferred

• Strong foundational knowledge of cooking techniques, knife skills, and plating standards

• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment

• Strong sense of urgency, organization, and time management

• Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds

• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and culinary excellence

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Dining Discounts

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem Solving Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Ability to follow directions

Organizational Skills

Stress Management

Interpersonal Skills

Culinary Creativity

Food Safety

Kitchen Safety Knowledge

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