Line Cook / Cook

Line Cook (Full-Service / Mostly-Scratch Kitchen) Old Channel Inn (Montague, MI)Hiring now: Line Cook / Cook for a busy, full-service, mostly-scratch kitchen in Montague, MI (casual fine dining / upscale casual). Ideal for cooks with saute, grill, fry, or pantry experience who want a steady, respectful kitchen and room to grow.

Quick details: $15-$20/hr (DOE) 25-35 hrs/week, 4-5 shifts/week. Nights & weekends.

Stations:

saute, chargrill/grill, fry, pantry/cold. Year-round team. Shift meals. Consistent weekly schedule.

About Old Channel Inn:

We have served the White Lake community for 125 years! Join a restaurant with a strong local legacy, a supportive management team, and a kitchen that values consistency, cleanliness, good attitude and serving great food.

Key Responsibilities (Line Cook)Cook during service on one or more stations: saute, grill/chargrill, fry, pantry/cold station.

Execute recipes, prep lists, and plating/quality standards accurately and consistently keep your station clean, stocked, organized, and service-ready; label/rotate product as neededWork safely with standard professional kitchen equipment; follow food safety and sanitation practices.

Communicate clearly with kindness and respect to co-workers both BOH and FOH, support other stations, and maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-volume guest-first environment.

Qualifications1 3+ years line cook experience in a full-service restaurant (upscale casual, casual fine dining, or fine dining a plus)Strong knife skills and solid fundamentals (prep, timing, station organization)Ability to juggle multiple tickets/orders during peak service with accuracy and urgencyReliable, professional, coachable; positive attitude (no ego, no drama)Comfortable working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Schedule & PayHours:

25-35 hours/week (typically 4 5 shifts/week).

Availability:

nights and weekends required.

Pay:

$15.00-$20.00 per hour (based on experience/skills).What We OfferCompetitive hourly pay depending on experienceConsistent scheduling with a year-round teamNo late nightsShift mealsClean, respectful, guest-first kitchen cultureOpportunities to grow, take on more responsibility, and cross-train across stationsHow to ApplyApply through Poached (or if local, drop by to submit your resume/application). Include your recent kitchen experience and the stations you are strongest on (saute , grill/chargrill, fry, pantry).