Line Cook
Required skills
- Line Cook
- Hospitality Leader
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Equipment
- Fryers
- Broilers
- Meat Slicers
- Industrial Mixers
- Inventory Management
- Waste Reduction
Nice to have
- Morning Availability
Role summary
Urschel is seeking a part-time Line Cook for the new Grand Gardner Hotel in Valparaiso, IN. This role involves preparing and presenting menu items, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining safety and cleanliness standards, managing inventory, and reducing waste. The ideal candidate is a disciplined culinary professional with comprehensive food safety knowledge, a team-oriented attitude, and the physical ability to perform the job duties. Benefits include ESOP, PTO, health insurance, and hotel discounts.
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a dedicated and service-focused hospitality leader to join the team of the new Grand Gardner Hotel as a Line Cook. This position will be part-time with candidates ideally having availability during the morning hours. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in Downtown Valparaiso, IN. Urschel Development is a fully owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories located in Chesterton, Indiana.
This independent boutique hotel is located on a quiet, tree-lined street just steps away from downtown Valparaiso. Designed to feel welcoming to both guests and employees, it features 58 rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquets space, boutique spa, and inviting shared spaces. This is a place built on teamwork, hands-on training, and growth. Employees are encouraged to learn, share ideas, and take pride in creating great guest experiences, all while being part of a supportive, close-knit team.
Starting pay is $16.87/hour - $18.00/hour
Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel:
The Line Cook is responsible for the consistent, high-quality preparation and presentation of menu items for both restaurant and banquet functions. This role requires the ability to operate and maintain a wide range of kitchen equipment while adhering to strict cleanliness, food storage, and safety protocols. The Line Cook manages station inventory to prevent shortages, practices diligent waste reduction, and collaborates with the culinary team to ensure timely and accurate service for all guests.
The ideal candidate is a disciplined culinary professional with comprehensive knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures. The role requires the physical ability to stand for 8 hours, move quickly based on guest needs, and lift up to 80 pounds. Proficiency with equipment such as fryers, broilers, meat slicers, and industrial mixers is essential. A positive, team-oriented attitude and a commitment to maintaining professional appearance and attendance standards are required.
If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at http://www.urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.
EEO/Veteran/Disability
Date Posted: 8/19/2026
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