Full-Time, Year-Round Line Cook

Mezze Bistro + Bar | Williamstown, MA

$22–$27/hour, based on experience

About the Role

Mezze Bistro + Bar is looking for a full-time, year-round Line Cook to join our kitchen team.

Founded in 1996, Mezze has spent three decades cooking from scratch, with a focus on Mediterranean flavors and locally sourced, seasonal ingredients that reflect the growing seasons of the Berkshires.

We believe great hospitality starts with a strong team. Our kitchen is collaborative, organized, and rooted in continuous learning. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their craft, communicates well, pays attention to the details, and wants to keep growing as a cook.

Success in this role means coming to service prepared, maintaining a clean and organized station, executing food consistently, communicating with the team, and staying focused and calm when the kitchen gets busy.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain an assigned station for service
Follow Mezze recipes and preparation standards with consistency
Taste and season food appropriately
Maintain an organized, clean, and service-ready workspace
Follow food safety, sanitation, FIFO, and inventory procedures
Receive, process, and properly store ingredients and deliveries
Communicate clearly and work collaboratively during prep and service
Maintain focus and composure during high-volume service
Participate in daily kitchen and equipment cleaning
Take an active role in team meetings, feedback, and continued learning

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who brings:

At least one year of experience in a a professional kitchen, preferably in a restaurant setting
A passion for food and cooking
Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
An organized and consistent approach to their work
Positive communication and problem-solving skills
The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
Flexibility and a team-first mindset
Openness to feedback and a desire to keep learning
Current ServSafe certification preferred, or willingness to obtain

Schedule

This is a full-time, year-round position with a four- or five-day workweek.

Mezze Bistro + Bar serves dinner Wednesday through Sunday year-round.

The position requires extended periods of standing, frequent reaching and bending, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Join Our Team

If you care about good food, thoughtful hospitality, and being part of a kitchen where people learn from and support one another, we’d like to meet you.

Apply through LinkedIn or send your resume to mezzebistro@mezzeinc.com

Mezze Bistro + Bar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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