Line Cook, Longleaf Restaurant

About the Atlanta Botanical Garden

The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a world-class cultural destination dedicated to connecting people with plants and nature. The Longleaf Restaurant extends this mission through an exceptional culinary experience rooted in sustainability, freshness, and Southern hospitality.

Position Summary 

The Line Cook assists with preparation of meals and is responsible for complying with sanitation regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow executive and sous chef’s instructions
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

• ServSafe certified
• 1-2 years of proven work experience as a line cook   
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required

Physical Requirements

• Required to walk often and stand for long periods of time
• Required to use hands to hold, carry, handle or feel
• Required to reach with hands and arms
• Required to talk and hear
• Occasionally required to bend, lift or climb
• Often required to lift moderate weights (25-40 pounds)
• Finger dexterity required
• Hand coordination required
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus

The above job duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory of all duties required of employees in this job.

It is the policy of the Atlanta Botanical Garden to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Atlanta Botanical Garden Core Values

• Conservation: We value natural resources and ecosystems, making choices with the long-term sustainability of our planet in mind
• Excellence: We hold ourselves to high standards and expect commitment from each other to contribute to a positive image and reputation for the Garden
• Inspiration: We inspire through the creation of an environment that supports imagination and expression of beauty, providing joy, delight, and a deeper appreciation of plants for everyone
• Integrity: We demonstrate honesty, transparency, accountability, trustworthiness, and ethical behavior, exercising good judgment in our actions and communication
• Respect: We value the diversity of our coworkers, volunteers, and guests, holding each other in the highest regard