The Organization

Rhubarb is a chef-driven, farm-direct restaurant in the heart of downtown Asheville serving modern Appalachian cuisine with genuine hospitality. What does that mean? That at Rhubarb, we believe in people-first hospitality from our employees to our farm partners to our guests. We are hiring a Line Cook, but the person will always come before the role.

The Person 

As a Line Cook at Rhubarb, you champion Southern foodways with modern sensibilities. You believe that the whole process is important when it comes to dining: from sourcing our produce and proteins locally and farm-direct, to whole animal usage and sustainability, to working as a team to execute a consistent experience for our guests. You thrive in a high-volume environment without sacrificing quality and you know team work makes the dream work!  

The Role

• Take ownership of a station from set up to production to breakdown and cleanliness
• A la minute cookery of a Southern-inspired seasonal menu in a high-volume, high-touchpoint environment
• Work as a team in a brigade-style kitchen
• Update and maintain prep lists for your station
• Communicate 86es, quality or quantity issues, and need for assistance quickly and professionally
• Contribute creatively when asked for special events, tasting menus, etc

The Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Lift up to 50lbs
• PM availability

The Reasons to Apply

• 4 Day Work Week
• Living Wage
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Network for Mental Health Resources
• Dining Discounts
• Daily Staff Meal
• Supportive and Responsive Management Team
• Career Development
• Working with farm-direct proteins and produce
• Health Insurance (with optional Dental and Vision) for FT employees