Line Cook – York Harbor Reading Room
York Harbor, Maine
The York Harbor Reading Room is seeking a skilled, confident, and hospitality-driven Line Cook to join our culinary team for the 2026 season.
This is not an entry-level line position. We are looking for someone who truly knows their way around a professional kitchen — someone comfortable working sauté and grill, capable of handling banquet and event production, and confident owning their station during high-volume service.
Our kitchen supports elevated private club dining along with weddings, member events, and large-scale functions throughout the season. The ideal candidate understands that strong line cooks do more than cook — they control pace, communicate clearly, stay organized under pressure, and help drive the overall flow and execution of service.
What We’re Looking For:
Strong experience on sauté and grill
Banquet and event production experience
Ability to multitask between à la carte and banquet service
Strong knife skills, prep discipline, and kitchen organization
Consistency in plating, timing, and execution
Ability to support or run expo during service when needed
Professional communication and teamwork with both BOH and FOH
Calm, focused, and reliable under pressure
Pride in cleanliness, organization, and station ownership
Desire to grow professionally and advance within a strong hospitality team
We are building a positive, professional kitchen culture centered around teamwork, standards, accountability, and respect. This is an excellent opportunity for a cook looking to be challenged, continue learning, and work alongside a team that takes pride in hospitality and execution.
Seasonal Details & Employee Perks:
Full 2026 season runs approximately June 1 through October
Strong performers will be invited back for future seasons (May–October)
Employee uniforms provided
Staff meal included during shifts
End-of-season bonus offered upon successful completion of the full schedule
We maintain a professional workplace and enforce a strict no drug and no alcohol policy during employment and while on property.
If you move with purpose, take pride in your craft, and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment, we would love to meet you.
Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Job Type: Seasonal / Full-Time
Work Location: In person – York Harbor, Maine
