Line Cook

The Joseph in Nashville is a distinguished luxury hotel, known for its impeccable attention to detail and its commitment to providing an exceptional hospitality experience where true luxury is both seen and unseen. The Joseph prides itself on the balance between the precision behind the scenes and the unforgettable experience in front of guests. As a member of the Makeready collection, The Joseph benefits from a strong culture centered on community, innovation, and sustainability. The hotel embraces inclusion and diversity, committed to fostering an environment where every team member can contribute authentically and thrive based on their skills and performance. As part of this philosophy, The Joseph values each employee's role as critical to the overall guest experience, emphasizing the importance of quality, teamwork, and excellence.

The position of Line Cook at The Joseph is a pivotal role within their culinary team, designed for an individual passionate about the art of cooking and the connections created over a well-crafted meal. The Line Cook’s primary objective is to provide an intentional culinary experience that resonates with guests by elevating unique local ingredients and flavors, thereby connecting guests closely to the environment and culture of Nashville and its surroundings. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, creativity, and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for setting up, cleaning, and organizing your workstation to ensure smooth kitchen operations. You will prepare a variety of ingredients and recipes using commercial kitchen equipment with a strong emphasis on safety and sanitation protocols. The role demands the ability to work collaboratively with both the front and back of house teams, maintaining open and effective communication to ensure flawless service delivery. The position calls for a skilled professional who can thrive in a dynamic and often demanding culinary setting, demonstrating grace under pressure while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.

With more than three years of professional cooking experience preferred, candidates should be familiar with commercial restaurant cooking equipment and possess a culinary degree or related experience in restaurant operations. The Joseph offers a supportive environment that helps team members develop their craft while contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation in culinary arts. Team members enjoy a wide variety of benefits as part of the Makeready collective, including paid time off and exchanges, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, maternity and paternity leave options, pet insurance, a company-matched dependent care and 401(k) plan, student loan repayment assistance, and other ancillary benefits designed to support the well-being of their staff.

The Joseph's commitment to guiding principles ensures that the team works together not out of obligation but from shared values that underline cooperation, respect, and a passion for hospitality. This commitment extends to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced, and everyone is empowered to bring their true independent selves to work. As an equal opportunity employer, The Joseph actively promotes equality regardless of race, color, disability, gender or sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. The hiring process and workplace environment prioritize merit, qualifications, experience, and ability, encouraging a culture of fairness and respect across all levels of employment.