Line Cook - River's End Restaurant

JOB SUMMARY

River’s End Restaurant is an iconic, year-round dining destination for locals and visitors near Bryson City, located along the Nantahala River. We are seeking a reliable Line Cook to support our fast-paced kitchen by preparing quality menu items, maintaining food safety standards, and contributing to a clean, organized work environment. This role is ideal for team-oriented individuals who enjoy working in a high-energy restaurant setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items and daily specials efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Ensure food preparation meets quality standards and guest dietary requests

• Stock, maintain, and organize the line and backup supplies

• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen

• Uphold food quality, consistency, and safe food handling practices

• Support teammates and assist other Food & Beverage staff as needed

• Assist with dishwashing and other support tasks when necessary

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and health code standards

• Ability to maintain restaurant cleanliness and organization

• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to take direction and work independently

• Understanding of kitchen workflow and restaurant operations

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Preferred Experience

• Previous kitchen or restaurant experience preferred, but not required

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to provide a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change, so too may the essential functions of this position.

The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any and all terms, conditions or privileges of employment including hiring, promotions, termination, training and compensation. The NOC does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic condition or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, where applicable. Furthermore, the NOC is committed to a work environment free of discrimination and harassment through respecting and valuing the diversity among employees and all those with whom the NOC does business.