Experienced Line Cooks
Medora, ND
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Be part of history in the making. We’re growing our new team at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Apply today to start work soon!
THE THEODORE ROOSEVELT PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY FOUNDATION
“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” -Theodore Roosevelt
Since 2014, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation (TRPLF) has worked to create a new kind of presidential library and museum. Now open in Medora, North Dakota, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) brings Theodore Roosevelt’s ideas, values, and relentless spirit to life through immersive experiences that invite people to engage with his story—and consider how its lessons can shape their own lives and communities. More than a place to preserve history, the TRPL is a people’s library, celebrating the stories of all who “dare greatly, think boldly, care deeply, and live passionately.”
About the Role
Are you a seasoned culinary professional who knows your way around a busy line? We’re looking for experienced Line Cooks (Line Cook II) to join our team!
Whether you’re looking for a full-time career with great benefits or a part-time opportunity to earn extra money, we have options to fit your schedule. With multiple shift options and a growing café team, you can find a schedule that works for you while doing work you can be proud of.
Join a great team at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and be part of creating an exceptional experience for guests from around the world. Our café is open and busy, and we’re looking for experienced cooks who bring skill, energy, reliability, and a passion for great food to the kitchen.
Responsibilities
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Prepare and serve hot and cold meals in accordance with established recipes, plating standards, and café concept, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation.
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Execute food production tasks including ingredient preparation (slicing, chopping,mixing, seasoning), cooking (grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, broiling), and proper assembly and plating of meals.
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Place, coordinate, and expedite food orders to ensure timely and accurate service.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations, including proper temperature controls, labeling, dating, rotation, and documentation asrequired.
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Store food and leftovers according to established safety and quality standards.
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Support daily kitchen operations, including inventory monitoring,assistingwith food supply orders, and receiving deliveries.
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Collaborate with the supervisor on daily, holiday, and themed menus; contribute ideas within established guidelines, with creativity encouraged.
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Ensure continuity of kitchen operations in the absence of the supervisor by maintaining service standards and workflow.
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Complete daily and weekly cleanings, including dishwashing and pot washing, and maintain cleanliness of all equipment, food storage, and work areas.
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Assist with onboarding and orienting new employees to kitchen procedures, equipment, and safety standards.
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Provide courteous, patient service to café guests; listen to and address basic concerns or feedback, escalating more complex issues to the supervisor asappropriate.
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Participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives, or projects aimed at enhancing service quality, efficiency, and collaboration.
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Assistfellow café and catering team members as needed during peak periods or high-volume events to ensure smooth service,timelyorder fulfillment, and a positive guest experience.
Skills & Experience
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2+ years of professional kitchen or line cook experience, preferably in a high-volume café, restaurant, hospitality, or culinary environment.
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Previous experience in a lead cook, senior line cook, or similar role is preferred.
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Culinary education, certification, or equivalent professional training is a plus.
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Demonstrated proficiency across multiple cooking stations and with a variety of cooking techniques, including grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, broiling, and other methods as required.
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Ability to independently manage the back of house from preparation through service while maintaining consistent quality, timing, portioning, and presentation.
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Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, proper food handling, temperature control, labeling, dating, storage, and allergen awareness.
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Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple orders, and maintain quality and efficiency during high-volume service periods.
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Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot kitchen and service issues, make sound decisions, and adapt quickly with minimal supervision.
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Ability to read, follow, and execute recipes and production standards while understanding how to make appropriate adjustments within established guidelines.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to anticipate prep and production needs to support smooth kitchen operations.
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Ability to support opening and closing procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked station.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with front-of-house team members and communicate effectively during busy service.
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Ability and willingness to coach, train, and support less experienced kitchen team members.
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Dependable, flexible, and able to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
Requirements
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Must be able to repetitively lift 50 lbs and work standing for 8 hours.
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Occasionally required to work outdoors.
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Will be working in temperatures of high heat/kitchen environments.
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Location: Medora, ND
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Employment Type: Full-time or Part-Time schedules available
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Required to work hours and shifts which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
Benefits
Hourly pay: $24/hour
Employees receive discounts on food & beverage, retail purchases, and free museum tickets.
Full-time employees also receive paid time off, 10 holidays per year, 100% paid health coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits and your choice of medical flex spending accounts (HSA or FSA).
EEO Statement
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation (TRPLF) is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. TRPLF does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law as a provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
Reasonable Accommodation
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation (TRPLF) is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, participate in an interview, or otherwise navigate our hiring process, please email careers at trlibrary.com. Our team will connect with you to explore the best way to support your experience. Our team will connect with you to explore the best way to support your experience.
