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Cook Great Food. Build a Career. At PJ Lobster House, our Line Cooks are the backbone of our kitchen. Whether you're working the Fry, Grill, or Sauté station, you'll play a critical role in delivering the high-quality food and consistency our guests have come to expect for more than 30 years. We are a high-volume, family-owned seafood restaurant with a large, clean, professionally maintained kitchen and a strong promote-from-within culture. We're looking for dependable cooks who take pride in their craft, work well under pressure, and enjoy being part of a professional team. Our kitchen operates using printed paper tickets rather than kitchen display screens , so cooks must be able to read and organize tickets efficiently, prioritize multiple orders, and communicate clearly with the expeditor, managers, and fellow kitchen staff. At PJ Lobster House, no one says, "That's not my job." Every member of our kitchen works together to produce exceptional food, support one another during busy service, and maintain the high standards our guests expect. If you're looking for a stable, year-round opportunity with consistent scheduling, competitive pay, and room for advancement, we'd love to meet you.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum two years of commercial line cook experience preferred. Experience working the Fry, Grill, Sauté, or multiple stations preferred. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant kitchen. Ability to read and accurately prepare orders from printed kitchen tickets. Ability to speak, read, and understand English sufficiently to communicate effectively with managers, expeditors, and fellow kitchen staff. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tickets while maintaining quality, consistency, and accuracy. Ability to accurately cook various cuts of steak, burgers, seafood, and other proteins to requested temperatures while maintaining quality, consistency, and presentation. Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout every shift. Willingness to assist other stations and support the kitchen team whenever needed. Reliable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic. Ability to remain calm and productive during busy service periods. Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift. Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Authorized to work in the United States. Build Your Career at PJ Lobster House For more than 30 years, PJ Lobster House has proudly served the Port Jefferson and Long Island community as a family-owned seafood restaurant and fish market. Our reputation has been built on fresh, high-quality food, exceptional hospitality, and, most importantly, the outstanding people who make it all possible every day. We believe great businesses are built by great teams—not constant hiring. That's why we're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who want more than just another restaurant job. We invest in people who take pride in their work, enjoy being part of a team, and are looking for a place where they can build a long-term career. Unlike many restaurants that significantly reduce staff or cut hours during the off-season, our goal is to retain great employees year-round. While business levels naturally fluctuate throughout the year, we work hard to provide consistent hours and stable employment because we know our employees depend on their jobs just as much as we depend on them. We also believe that a career should help build your future. That's why we offer a 401(k) retirement plan , giving eligible employees the opportunity to invest in their future while building a long-term career with our company. One of the things our employees value most is consistency. Whenever possible, we provide set schedules so you know when you're working and can better plan your life outside of work. We believe predictable schedules create a healthier work-life balance and help our team succeed both professionally and personally. Whether you work in our dining room, kitchen, or seafood market, you'll become part of a team that values professionalism, respect, accountability, reliability, and helping one another succeed. Every position plays an important role, and every team member contributes to the experience our guests have come to expect for more than three decades. If you're looking for a fast-paced workplace where your work is appreciated, your teammates support one another, opportunities are earned through hard work and dependability, and you're encouraged to build a long-term career, we'd love to meet you. Why Work at PJ Lobster House? Family-owned and operated for more than 30 years Year-round employment with a commitment to providing steady hours whenever possible Consistent set schedules to help you balance work and personal life 401(k) retirement plan because we believe in helping our employees invest in their future Opportunities for advancement and cross-training Professional, respectful, team-oriented culture Employee dining discounts Managers who work alongside their teams High standards with supportive leadership Fast-paced environment where no two days are the same Build a career—not just another restaurant job Our Core Values At PJ Lobster House, every member of our team is expected to uphold the values that have guided our business for more than 30 years: Dependability We do what we say we're going to do. Our teammates and our guests rely on us every day. Teamwork We support one another, communicate openly, and understand that great restaurants succeed when everyone works together. Hospitality Every guest deserves a welcoming, friendly, and memorable experience from the moment they walk through our doors. Professionalism We take pride in our work, our appearance, our attitude, and our commitment to maintaining the high standards our guests expect.