Line Cook - Can Can Brasserie
HOUSEpitality Family · housepitalityfamily.com
Richmond
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- 30 d ago · posted 2024-08-21
- Location
- Richmond, VA, USA
- Pay (as listed)
- $14 an hour
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Can Can Brasserie - Richmond, VA, Position Type: Line Cook, Education Level: None, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, Can Can Brasserie – A Richmond Icon in Carytown
Location: Can Can Brasserie – Carytown, Richmond
Pay
Training Rate: $14/hr (typically 1 week or less)
Post-Training: $16–$20/hr based on skill and experience
Lead Cook Program: Earn up to $24/hr with added responsibility and leadership
Welcome to The HOUSEpitality Family
Can Can Brasserie is part of the HOUSEpitality Family, a Richmond-based restaurant group behind The Boathouse, Casa del Barco, and Island Shrimp Co. Located in the heart of Carytown, Can Can brings the energy of a classic Parisian brasserie — lively, fast-paced, and rooted in culinary excellence.
We don’t just serve food. We Celebrate Life One Bite At A Time. Join a kitchen where skill is rewarded, standards are high, and every plate is an opportunity to shine.
What You’ll Do
As a Line Cook at Can Can, you’ll work alongside experienced chefs in a high-volume scratch kitchen focused on technique and consistency.
Your Responsibilities:
Set up and stock your station with precision
Cook each dish hot, fresh, and to exact specifications
Work in sync with your team and communicate clearly
Follow chef direction and maintain high culinary standards
Keep your station clean, organized, and compliant with safety and sanitation standards
Pay & Growth
Everyone begins training at $14/hr. Most team members move to post-training pay within a week.
After training, pay ranges from $16–$20/hr depending on skill, speed, and consistency.
Experienced cooks may qualify for our Lead Cook Program, with earning potential up to $24/hr and opportunities to take on additional leadership responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For
Line or Prep Cook experience preferred, but not required
Strong attention to detail and communication skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced kitchen with high expectations
Positive, team-first mindset
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to go up and down stairs
Ability to stand for extended shifts
Weekend and holiday availability required
Perks & Benefits
Flexible Scheduling – We work with your life
Weekly Pay – Direct deposit every Friday
PTO – Accrual begins Day One (eligible after 1 year)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – For full-time team members
Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance – Provided at no cost to eligible full-time employees
Tuition Reimbursement – Keep growing inside and outside the kitchen
We Promote from Within – Your next step can start here
Why Can Can?
One of Richmond’s busiest and most beloved restaurants
A scratch kitchen rooted in classic French technique
A team that takes pride in food, hospitality, and each other
If you’re ready to bring the heat — and get paid well to do it — apply now to join the Can Can Brasserie kitchen team.
Experience / Skills / Knowledge::
Experience providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment
Proven cooking experience, including experience as a Line Cook or Prep Cook preferred
Strong understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, kitchen equipment, and procedures
Ability to execute recipes with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail
Accuracy and speed in completing assigned tasks during high-volume service
Familiar with industry best practices for food safety and sanitation
Positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with all co-workers
Ability to maintain high culinary standards while working efficiently
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a coordinated kitchen team
Qualifications:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to go up and down stairs
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation kitchen environment
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Great communication and listening skills
Ability to follow direction from chefs and kitchen leadership
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