Line Cook

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization. 

Job Description:

Position Title: Line Cook

Position Type: Full-Time  

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt 

Division: Operations and Administration 

Department: Hospitality  

Reports to: Sous Chef

About Crystal Bridges & The Momentary:

Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities. Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission.

The Momentary is a new contemporary art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas. A satellite to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary presents visual, performing, and culinary arts. The mission of the Momentary is to champion contemporary art’s role in everyday life and explore the unfolding story of contemporary American arts in an international context by actively commissioning and exhibiting outstanding works that explore new ideas and inspire action.

Position Summary:

Join a culinary team that delivers food across diverse dining experiences, including restaurants, private events, food truck, grab & go, school lunches, and catering. As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing high-quality dishes across multiple kitchens and locations while contributing to the Museum’s mission. Your work will help create memorable moments for every guest.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items following established recipes, standards, and guest preferences.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner while minimizing waste.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring all prep and service areas meet or exceed standards.
• Restock all items as needed at the beginning, throughout, and at the end of the shift
• Clean and maintain station, practicing good safety, sanitation, and organization skills
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in various kitchens.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, orders, rotations, labeling, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Support all team members, front and back of house.
• Perform additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by Management at any time.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• First-hand knowledge of kitchen setup and processes

Work Experience:

• Previous line cook/event cooking experience in food service operations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: In the work environment described below, position requires working in a high functioning restaurant for prolonged periods of time and good eye/hand coordination, bending and stretching for prepping, and physical stamina to lift a minimum of 25 pounds. Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job. Additionally, this position requires meeting the public and the organization in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work environment: Work will be performed in an office environment, museum spaces, and in communities served. The physical arrangement of the kitchen may require the position to work in an open environment within close proximity to other colleagues. Workspace must be organized and reflect efficiency. The noise level in the Museum work environment is usually moderate.

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States .

Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.