Line Cook

Midnight Morning is a women- and minority-owned, proudly independent all-day café, restaurant, and cocktail bar in Roslindale, Boston — voted the neighborhood’s best place to meet a friend. Founded by Virginia Brown, we’re built around specialty coffee, scratch cooking, and a full beverage program spanning cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic — all developed and led by Virginia. In the kitchen, Chef Rory Lee leads a menu made almost entirely in-house, from fresh pastas and house-baked breads to our brioche donuts, which have quietly become a reason people show up.

We source with intention — prioritizing B-corp, women-owned, and BIPOC-owned partners across our supply chain, because we want to know the people behind what we serve. Our guests are here multiple times a week. We want to be their ritual and their reward — a hotel lobby for the neighborhood, open all day. We’re young, growing, and still writing the playbook. If you want to be part of something at the beginning, this is it.

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Line Cook to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate works well under pressure, takes pride in their craft, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute menu items consistently and efficiently.
• Set up and stock stations for service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout shifts.
• Follow recipes, prep lists, and kitchen procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team during service.
• Help with daily prep and closing duties.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications:

• Previous line cook or professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to work clean, organized, and with urgency.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy services.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working mornings, evenings, weekends, and busy services.
• English fluency required. Understanding of Spanish in kitchen environments is a plus; complete Spanish fluency is not required.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

What We Offer:

• $19–$22/hour based on experience.
• Access to our staff meal menu to build your own meal each shift.
• Staff purchase program — buy wine and beer at cost.
• 50% off your check when you dine with us as a guest.
• Staff meals include: coffee, espresso, and a post-shift drink.
• Supportive, people-first kitchen environment.
• Mobility within the company — we promote from within and support lateral growth across departments.

Hours: 3–4 days per week, approximately 25 hours | Morning and evening shifts available
Morning starts at 7:00, 9:00, or 10:00 AM; evening shifts run 5:00 PM to close
Pay: $19–$22/hour, based on experience