JOB TITLE: Line Cook
STATUS: Regular, Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Culinary
SUPERVISOR: Chef de Cuisine
We Lead With Intention
Pearl & Law Hospitality, founded by Biplaw Rai and Nyacko Pearl Perry, is the home of Comfort Kitchen—recognized as Best New Restaurant by both Boston Magazine and The Boston Globe, named one of the Top 50 Restaurants in America by The New York Times, and nominated for Best New Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation.
Our restaurants are rooted in creating deeply intentional dining experiences that bring people home to themselves and to one another. We honor the roots, stories, and daily life that shape our food, our team, and our spaces.
SUMMARY
The Line Cook plays a key role in delivering a consistent, elevated guest experience by executing dishes with precision, care, and professionalism. This position requires culinary confidence, an eagerness to learn, and high personal standards that support a chef-driven kitchen environment.
Line Cooks support the daily operations of the kitchen, including opening and closing procedures, station preparation, and service execution. They report directly to the Sous Chefs and Chef de Cuisine and are responsible for preparing dishes to specification while upholding strict standards of safety, sanitation, quality, and consistency.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
- Act with integrity, honesty, and knowledge that reinforce the culture, values, and mission of Ama at The Atlas.
- Ensure every guest feels welcome and receives responsive, gracious, and professional service through consistent execution.
- Perform all duties with efficiency, respect, professionalism, patience, and initiative.
- Carry out the culinary philosophy of the owners and Culinary Director, maintaining high attention to detail and consistency.
- Represent Ama professionally through effective communication and collaboration with staff, vendors, and community partners.
- Contribute to a kitchen culture grounded in respect and equity, fostering an environment where staff can learn, grow, and develop.
- Partner with the leadership team to uphold Ama’s reputation for excellence in food, hospitality, and guest experience.
- Offer thoughtful, solutions-oriented input during decision-making processes.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a thorough understanding of safe cleaning, handling, and sanitizing practices in a commercial kitchen.
- Work with a positive, team-driven attitude, demonstrating urgency and a willingness to grow and develop.
- Lift and transport items over 50 lbs.
- Perform physical tasks including kneeling, bending, reaching overhead, and working in small or cramped spaces.
- Work in environments with high heat, cold storage, and varying temperatures.
- Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Thrive both independently and in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
- Commit to growth within a chef-driven, technique-focused culinary environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 2 years of kitchen experience in a fine-dining or high-volume restaurant setting.
- Ability to stand for extended periods (8–10 hours per shift), bend, lift up to 30 lbs., and operate effectively in dynamic kitchen conditions.
- Alignment with Ama’s core values: equity, sustainability, community, and hospitality.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Hourly Rate
$18.00 – $24.00 per hour, paid in accordance with the payroll schedule.
Health & Wellness
Pearl & Law Hospitality covers 75% of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
Retirement
Eligibility to participate in the Comfort Kitchen 401(k) Plan, including employee contributions and potential employer matching per company policy.
Paid Time Off
- One (1) week (40 hours) of paid sick time per year.
Additional Benefits
- Discounted staff meals during work shifts.
- Participation in hospitality events, collaborations, and industry partnerships.
COMMENTS
This job description reflects the core responsibilities and expectations of the Line Cook role but is not exhaustive. Duties may evolve based on the needs of Ama and its leadership team. Regular attendance and scheduling flexibility—including nights, weekends, and holidays—are essential.
