Line Cook

The Loveless Cafe is one of Nashville's most iconic restaurants, known for scratch-made Southern cooking and genuine hospitality. We serve over 500,000 guests a year, and we're looking for a skilled Line Cook with open availability who takes pride in quality and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen. If you care about doing things right (not just fast), you'll fit in well here. Why You'll Love Working Here Outstanding Benefits (for eligible employees starting as early as 60 days): Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (family coverage available) Flexible supplemental insurance options (short term disability, accident, etc.) Company-Matched 401(k) - free retirement money Student Loan Payment Program - we help pay your loans Paid Parental Leave for mothers and fathers Paid Time Off (accrues from day one) Holiday pay rate Professional development opportunities Employee referral bonuses Strong culture of promoting from within What You'll Do Prepare and cook meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups, and more using grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, and other kitchen equipment Maintain 100% responsibility for the quality of food served Follow standard portion sizes, recipes, and presentation guidelines Keep line stations stocked and ready for smooth service Maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and equipment Properly portion, season, batter, marinate, grill, fry, saute, or broil menu items Rotate and store products safely and correctly Assist with prep as needed during off-peak times Complete station and kitchen closing duties Attend team meetings and share improvement ideas Perform additional duties as assigned by Kitchen Management What We're Looking For Required Minimum 1 year of professional kitchen experience Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays Reliable transportation Flexibility to work a changing schedule Preferred Experience cooking from scratch Multi-lingual Strong punctuality and reliability Able to motivate others and work as a supportive team member Organized, clean, and detail-oriented Strong problem-solving skills Ability to both take and give direction Commitment to producing high-quality food Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Physical Requirements Able to reach, bend, and stoop and lift up to 40 lbs Able to stand for up to 9 hours Able to communicate clearly with kitchen and FOH staff Who We Are The Loveless Cafe is proudly locally owned and operated. Every purchase supports local jobs, community causes, and Nashville-area initiatives. We prioritize: Transparent leadership Competitive benefits A safe, supportive, enjoyable workplace Professional growth and internal promotions A culture of inclusion, hospitality, and teamwork We even have a dedicated Community Relations Specialist to help us give back in meaningful ways - because being part of Nashville means supporting the people who make it great. We'd Love to Meet You If you're passionate about great food and want to work in a legendary Nashville kitchen, apply today! The Loveless Cafe LLC is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and maintaining a capable and committed workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V