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Line Cook

Pepper & Salt BBQ | Hogan Yards
Location: Vero Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Job Overview

Pepper & Salt BBQ at Hogan Yards is looking for a dependable, motivated, and experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team!

We’re a Central Texas-inspired BBQ restaurant known for our smoked meats, scratch-made sides, creative menu items, and commitment to great food. Our kitchen is fast-paced, team-oriented, and focused on delivering consistent quality with every order.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, stays organized under pressure, and understands the importance of teamwork, efficiency, and attention to detail. Whether you’re working the flat top, fryer, or expo station, you’ll play an important role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly and our guests coming back.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Pepper & Salt BBQ recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations.
• Work efficiently across multiple kitchen stations, including the flat top, fryer, prep, and expo.
• Execute orders accurately and consistently while maintaining appropriate ticket times during busy service periods.
• Prepare sandwiches, burgers, smoked meats, sides, appetizers, and specialty menu items.
• Complete daily food preparation, including portioning, cutting, assembling, and stocking ingredients.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked workstations throughout each shift.
• Follow proper food handling, temperature control, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
• Minimize food waste through proper portioning, storage, rotation, and handling of ingredients.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff, management, and front-of-house team members to ensure smooth service.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, including equipment cleaning, station breakdown, and kitchen organization.
• Support catering orders, special events, and high-volume service as needed.
• Take ownership of food quality and immediately communicate any issues that could impact the guest experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a line cook in a restaurant or high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Experience operating a flat top, fryer, and other commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion guidelines, and established preparation procedures.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple orders simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food quality and accuracy.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage practices.
• Ability to work well with others, communicate clearly, and take direction from kitchen leadership.
• Reliable transportation, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a physically demanding kitchen environment.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings more than just cooking experience to the table. The right person will be:

• Dependable: Shows up on time, ready to work, and takes responsibility for their station.
• Efficient: Understands the importance of speed without sacrificing food quality.
• Team-Oriented: Willing to jump in wherever needed to support the kitchen.
• Detail-Oriented: Takes pride in presentation, consistency, and proper preparation.
• Adaptable: Comfortable switching stations, handling busy shifts, and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Accountable: Follows procedures, maintains cleanliness, and takes ownership of their work.

Why Join Pepper & Salt BBQ?

At Pepper & Salt BBQ, we’re building a team that values hard work, great food, and a positive kitchen culture. Located inside Hogan Yards, our restaurant offers a unique environment with a brewery, live entertainment, special events, and a growing customer base.

We believe in creating opportunities for team members who are willing to learn, take initiative, and grow with our business.

If you’re passionate about cooking, enjoy working with a strong team, and want to be part of a growing local restaurant, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the Pepper & Salt BBQ team at Hogan Yards!

Required qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• 18 years or older