Line Cook

Line Cook Crescendo -

Downtown Clayton, NC Pay:

Starting $16-$19 (based on experience) Crescendo is a restaurant and music venue built on California freshness, New York flavor, and North Carolina familiarity. Our kitchen is ingredient-driven and hands-on, with a strong focus on fresh products, scratch cooking, and house-made components. We're looking for Line Cooks who take pride in their craft, work well under pressure, and want to be part of a thoughtful, quality-focused kitchen. What Makes Crescendo Different A kitchen that prioritizes fresh ingredients and house-made sauces, stocks, and components Opportunities for raises and growth based on performance and commitment Dedicated ownership and management onsite with over 30 years of industry experience A dynamic environment that includes restaurant service, live music, private events, and catering Opportunity to grow within the kitchen and cross-train into prep, catering, or leadership roles What You'll Do Prepare and execute menu items using fresh ingredients and scratch techniques Work assigned stations efficiently during service (sauté, grill, fry, prep, etc.) Follow standardized recipes, prep lists, and plating guidelines Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards Assist with prep, stocking, and daily kitchen organization Communicate clearly with the kitchen team during service What We're Looking For Passion for cooking with fresh ingredients and learning new techniques Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment Strong teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail Availability to work nights, weekends, and peak shifts 2+ years of line cook experience required If you want to work in a kitchen that values quality, creativity, and fundamentals—and where your work truly matters—Crescendo is a great place to grow.

Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person