Lead Line Cook

posted February 24, 2026

Baton Rouge Marriott

Compensation: $17.15 per hour

You are skilled, dependable, and passionate about delivering high quality food. You know how to keep a kitchen station organized, maintain consistency, and support a smooth service flow. If you enjoy cooking, teamwork, and being a reliable leader on the line, keep reading.

The Role As a Lead Line Cook, you support the culinary team by preparing menu items according to recipes and quality standards while helping guide other line cooks during busy service periods. You ensure your station runs efficiently, food is prepared correctly, and kitchen operations stay organized.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Prepare menu items to recipe and presentation standards
  • Set up, stock, and maintain your station for service
  • Assist with training and guiding line cooks during shifts
  • Ensure consistent food quality, portion control, and timing
  • Support banquet production and special events as needed
  • Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety guidelines
  • Assist with inventory, prep work, and kitchen organization
  • Communicate effectively with culinary leadership and service teams

    Why You Will Love It Here

  • Competitive pay
  • A fast paced, team oriented kitchen environment
  • Opportunities to grow your culinary skills and advance
  • A role where your attention to detail directly impacts the guest experience

    Ready to Join the Team If you are ready to lead by example and help deliver excellent food every day, we would love to meet you. Apply now.

    EOE

    Qualifications

    What Makes You You

  • Previous line cook experience required
  • Strong cooking skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment
  • Ability to lead and assist teammates during busy shifts
  • Organized, dependable, and able to multitask
  • Committed to food safety, cleanliness, and consistency
  • Able to work in a fast paced environment and stand for long periods
  • Baton Rouge Marriott

    Hotel with 299 Rooms

    Luxury hotel in Baton Rouge with famed Louisiana hospitality

    The capital of Louisiana, Baton Rouge is nestled in the heart of the state. A city where delectable seafood & Cajun culture run deep, & over 300 years of rich history is on display. Surrounded by this colorful tapestry of architecture, politics, & culture, our luxury hotel in Baton Rouge offers an unique blend of grits & glitz. Enjoy Southern hospitality mixed with the modern amenities, from fluffy pillows & soft beds to free Wi-Fi & Smart-TVs with premium channels in every hotel room. We offer an onsite fitness center, indoor pool & an ideal location – just 3 miles from LSU, a short drive to Shopping at Town Center Cedar Lodge & minutes from top casinos. From our contemporary Baton Rouge hotel near Baton Rouge, you’ll have convenient access to bustling business corridors, vibrant nightlife, eclectic atmosphere & world-renowned Cajun cuisine that makes this beautiful city home. Stop by to say hello to Baton Rouge & make your trip a success at the Baton Rouge Marriott, one of the best hotels near LSU.


    Baton Rouge Marriott

    5500 Hilton Avenue

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808


    Hotel with 299 Rooms
    Managed By Dimension Hospitality