Line Cook

Job Overview

Woodsby's Cafe

Kissimmee, Florida  |  Family-Owned Since 1999

Best Breakfast  ·  Best Burger  ·  Best Home Cooking — Osceola County

Cook/ Line Cook/ Prep Cook

Full-Time & Part-Time  |  Competitive Pay |  Immediate Openings

ABOUT WOODSBY'S CAFE

Woodsby's Cafe is a family-owned restaurant with 25 years of roots right here in Kissimmee, FL. We've built our reputation on honest, home-cooked food served with genuine hospitality — and the community has noticed. We're proud winners of Best Breakfast, Best Burger, and Best Home Cooking in Osceola County, and we show up every single day to earn those awards all over again.

Our menu runs the full day — breakfast, lunch, dinner, daily specials, weekly rotating soups, appetizers, and desserts — served across 82 seats, Monday through Sunday. Our kitchen is high-volume and fast-paced, and we take real pride in every plate that leaves the pass.

We're looking for a skilled, motivated Cook or Line Cook who wants to be part of something that matters — a kitchen that has stood the test of time and still has plenty of story left to tell.

THE ROLE

As a Cook / Line Cook at Woodsby's, you'll work across multiple stations — prep, breakfast line, grill, sauté, or expo — depending on your experience and the needs of the shift. You'll be a key part of keeping our kitchen running smoothly, consistently, and in full compliance with Florida health department standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

·         Prepare and execute menu items to recipe specification across all dayparts (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

·         Maintain consistent quality and plating standards on every dish, every shift

·         Work efficiently during high-volume peak service — particularly weekend rushes and morning breakfast pushes

·         Adhere strictly to all food safety, labeling, dating, and storage protocols in line with Florida health department requirements

·         Keep your station clean, organized, and stocked throughout the shift; complete opening and closing duties as assigned

·         Execute daily and weekly rotating specials as directed by management

·         Communicate clearly with your team and the front of house to ensure smooth, accurate, timely ticket flow

·         Assist with prep work, including cutting, portioning, marinating, and stocking as needed

·         Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures; rotate product correctly to minimize waste and support food cost targets

·         Flag low inventory, equipment issues, or food quality concerns to the kitchen manager immediately

·         Participate in menu tastings and training sessions when new items are introduced

·         Support a positive, team-first kitchen culture that reflects the Woodsby's family values

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

·         Minimum 1 year of line cook or kitchen experience in a restaurant environment

·         Solid understanding of food safety principles, proper sanitation, and health code compliance

·         Ability to work quickly and maintain quality under pressure during peak service periods

·         Strong work ethic, reliability, and a team-first attitude

·         Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a warm kitchen environment

·         Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed (operating hours: Mon–Fri 7am–7:30pm, Sat–Sun 7am–8pm)

·         Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Preferred:

·         2+ years of line cook experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant

·         Experience on multiple stations (grill, sauté, breakfast, prep)

·         Familiarity with 7Shifts scheduling platform (a plus — we use it every day)

·         Awareness of food cost control practices and portion discipline

·         ServSafe certification

·         Experience cooking breakfast/brunch at volume

WHY WOODSBY'S?

We're not a chain. We're a family — one that's been feeding this community for 25 years and still cooks with the same care and pride we started with. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

·         Award-winning kitchen — you'll work alongside people who take real pride in what comes out of this kitchen

·         Competitive pay — we offer pay that reflects your skill and experience

·         Stable, consistent schedule using 7Shifts — so you can plan your life outside of work

·         A supportive, family-oriented culture — management that respects your time and values your craft

·         A place where your contribution is visible — in a smaller kitchen, great cooks are noticed and appreciated

·         A menu that keeps things interesting — daily specials, rotating soups, and seasonal items mean you're never stuck on autopilot

·         Community pride — we serve people who love this restaurant, and they'll love you for feeding them well

HOW TO APPLY

We'd love to hear from you. Here's how to get in touch:

·         Stop by in person: Visit us during off-peak hours (2:00pm–4:00pm, Monday–Friday) and ask to speak with a manager — we love meeting people face to face

·         Send your resume by email: woodsbyscafe22@gmail.com — include your name, a brief note about your experience, and your availability

·         Phone: Call us during business hours and ask about kitchen openings

When applying, please include the position title "Cook / Line Cook" in your subject line or when speaking with staff. We review all applications and reach out to qualified candidates promptly.

Woodsby's Cafe is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified candidates and are proud to be a kitchen where good people do great work together.

Woodsby's Cafe  ·  Kissimmee, FL  ·  woodsbyscafe22@gmail.com