Line Cook
The Radical
95 Roberts Street
Asheville,
NC
28801
Radical – Line Cook
About Us
Golden Hour Restaurant is the vibrant culinary heart of The Radical Hotel Asheville—a bold, design-forward boutique hotel rooted in the creative spirit of the River Arts District.
We’re proud to be a Michelin Recommended restaurant, known for elevated food, thoughtful hospitality, and a kitchen culture built on teamwork, consistency, and craft. Our menu is local-produce focused and driven by bold, seasonal flavors, with a strong emphasis on wood-fired grill cooking.
In addition to Golden Hour, our culinary program includes Afterglow and The Roof, offering multiple concepts and service styles.
We’re looking for a skilled and dependable Line Cook to join our team and help us execute high-quality service with precision, pride, and great attitude.
What You’ll Do
As a Line Cook, you’ll support daily kitchen operations and ensure every plate leaving the pass meets Golden Hour standards. Depending on scheduling and business needs, this role may support service at Golden Hour, Afterglow, and/or The Roof.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute menu items accurately and efficiently during service
- Maintain strong prep, station setup, and breakdown practices
- Follow recipes, portioning, plating, and quality standards
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of your station and shared kitchen areas
- Communicate clearly with chefs and FOH during service
- Support team with prep, inventory rotation, labeling, and storage
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines (ServSafe practices encouraged)
- Assist with receiving, stocking, and general kitchen maintenance as needed
Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
You’re a great fit if you are:
- Experienced on a line (minimum 1 year preferred; more welcome)
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Able to stay calm under pressure and work as part of a team
- Passionate about hospitality and prideful in your craft
- Open to learning and improving every shift
Schedule & Requirements
- Weekend and holiday availability strongly preferred
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Must follow kitchen uniform and safety standards
Why Work With Us
- Supportive leadership and team culture
- Growth opportunities within The Radical Hotel.
- Employee dining discounts and hotel perks
- A creative, energetic workplace where individuality is welcome
- Work with a team that takes food seriously—but not themselves
About The Radical
Perfectly situated in Asheville, North Carolina's River Arts District, The Radical is more than a hotel. It's the perfect home base for artists and adventurers, food lovers and outdoorsy types, and families, both born and chosen, to experience a new and wonder-filled retreat.
About Driftwood Hospitality Management
Embark on a hospitality career with an inspiring company that not only places a culture of growth at the heart of what we do but also ardently believes in nurturing and advancing our in-house talent. We take immense pride in our notable internal promotion statistics, a testament to our commitment to cultivating your professional development and growth. We're not just looking for the best and brightest — we seek game changers eager to make their mark and grow alongside us as we jointly navigate the path to unprecedented success.
