Line Cook

Join the culinary team at Meridian Restaurant and Bar inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, a luxury retreat catering to adventure‐seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium‑size restaurant focused on producing a refined dining experience with the warmth and genuineness that Oregon is famous for.

Job Type: Full‑time, Part‑time, Temporary.

As a line cook, you will assist in the preparation of delicious dishes in the kitchen. You’ll perform routine kitchen tasks so that food can be prepared according to recipes. We change menus frequently to highlight seasonal availability and offer tasting menus. We strive to deliver exceptional culinary coastal experiences and are looking for someone who shares that same passion.

• Prepare and cook high‑quality dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts, to our guests' exact specifications, using a range of cooking techniques and equipment.
• Ensure that all dishes are cooked to the highest level of quality and presentation standards, following recipes and procedures developed by the head chef and sous chef.
• Manage inventory of ingredients, ensuring that all necessary items are stocked and properly stored, and alert the head chef and sous chef when supplies are running low.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to health and safety standards, and assisting with cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, and equipment.
• Collaborate with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure that all dishes are prepared and served in a timely and efficient manner, working quickly and efficiently during busy periods.
• Assist with the development of new dishes, sharing ideas and suggestions with the head chef and sous chef.
• Maintain a positive attitude and the flexibility to take on new and different tasks as assigned by the head chef.

• Experience as a cook in an upscale casual dining restaurant or similar environment.
• Excellent knowledge of cooking techniques and equipment, with a focus on high‑quality ingredients and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly and efficiently during busy periods.
• Familiarity with health and safety standards and regulations.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary school degree preferred.
• Oregon Food Handlers Permit required.

• Health Benefits Package—Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP.
• Supplemental benefits such as Short‑Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Pet Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching.
• Paid Holidays, Personal, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Onsite parking.
• Complimentary shift meal.
• Team Member/Family/Friend home and restaurant discounts within Noble House Hotels & Resorts nationwide.
• Career growth opportunities and Recognition Programs.

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team rooted in family and a workplace where individuals can succeed based solely on their qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Salary: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour plus tips.