and French technique, always led by the seasons and the best our local farmers and fishmongers have to offer. We’re looking for line cooks who are passionate about thoughtful cooking and energized by the opportunity to b…
Hospitality & Food · Nashville, TN
Line Cook jobs in Nashville, TN
Line cooks work a station through service, prepping ingredients, firing dishes to ticket times, and keeping their area clean, stocked, and organized during the rush.
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$14–$28/hr
Typical pay range
$41k
Median, full-time
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Nashville, TN Line Cook Full-time / Part-time About Sho Pizza Bar Sho Pizza Bar is a Michelin Bib Gourmand, Neo-Neapolitan Pizzeria located in the heart of East Nashville, TN. We are committed to excellence in every aspe…
Line CookHospitality Starts Here: Welcome to The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) , where hospitality is more than a job; it's a... ...change the hospitality industry, forever. THE ROLE As a line cook, you maintain h…
LINE COOK | NOKO YAKI | NASHVILLE Why We’re Different We opened these restaurants because we were done with burnout. Done with leadership that forgets people are human. Done watching talented professionals leave hospital…
We are looking to add a Line Cook to our team. This is a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that believes our team members are our most important resource and therefore take great pride in selecting indivi…
Frothy Monkey is hiring a Line/ Prep Cook at our East Nashville location! If you're an optimistic and warm individual who excels in both team settings and independent work, we want you! Finding joy in taking care of othe…
Line Cook – Husk (Nashville, TN) Join Our Growing, Hospitality-Driven Team! Husk is seeking passionate and skilled Line Cooks to join our team! About Us: Located in the heart of downtown Music City, Husk celebrates the r…
Stranger). Since opening in July 2024, we’ve earned a reputation for cooking that’s creative, seasonal, and seriously delicious—served in a... ...less serious and a lot more fun. We’re looking for experienced line cooks…
energy space. The Role Working closely with the General Manager, Assistant General Manager, and culinary leadership team, the Line Cook plays a hands-on role in daily kitchen operations, food execution, and station suppo…
Corkys Brentwood in Brentwood, TN is looking for one line cook to join our 35 person strong team. We are located on 100 Franklin Road. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, motivated, and engaged. Benefits ~ We offer ma…
Position Summary Southern Hospitality Company, an entity of Southern Land Company, is headquartered in Nashville, TN is seeking a line cook to open our new Italian restaurant, Lupo Notte. The successful candidate will be…
floors, all adorned with the glow of Pastis’ signature golden lighting. The Pastis Nashville team is seeking talented Pastry Line Cooks who are eager to learn and passionate about all things dessert! This position offers…
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What line cooks earn in Nashville
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $14–$18 | $30k–$38k |
| Mid level | $17–$22 | $36k–$46k |
| Senior | $21–$28 | $44k–$58k |
National ranges — pay in Nashville typically tracks these.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Knife skillsStation organization (mise en place)Ticket-time managementGrill, saute, and fry stationsFood safety and sanitationPrep and portioningSpeed and consistencyTeam communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which stations have you worked, and which is your strongest?
Name them plainly: grill, saute, fry, pantry. Chefs staff lines by station, so an honest answer gets you placed where you will succeed.
How do you set up your mise en place before service?
Walk through your prep list, backups for the rush, and how you check par levels. Organization before service is the whole job in miniature.
What do you do when tickets stack up and you are in the weeds?
Say you communicate with the expo, call out realistic times, and work the board in order instead of panicking. Composure is what they are testing.
How do you keep food safe during a busy shift?
Mention temperatures, glove and cutting-board discipline, labeling, and time controls. Fluent basics signal real kitchen habits.
Tell me about a conflict with another cook during service. How was it resolved?
Keep it short: line tension is normal, you addressed it after service, and the shift got done. No drama in the retelling.
Can you work weekends, nights, and holidays?
This industry runs when others rest, so answer honestly. Reliability on the worst shifts is what earns station upgrades.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For line cooks specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List the stations you can run: grill, saute, fry, pantry, or expo.
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Include your food handler card or ServSafe certification; many states require it on day one.
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Quantify volume with covers per service or the size of the line you worked.
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Name the kitchens and cuisine styles, since a scratch kitchen reads differently than a chain.
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Mention prep skills like butchery, sauces, or baking that let you flex beyond the line.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Prep Cook
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Line Cook
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Lead Line Cook
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Sous Chef
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Chef de Cuisine
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