Now Hiring Kitchen Team Members at Tribute Eatery & Bar

Tribute Eatery & Bar is hiring Prep Cooks and Line Cooks to join our back-of-house team in Coralville.

If you enjoy working with food, staying active during your shift, and being part of a team, this could be a great opportunity for you. Previous kitchen experience is helpful, but we’re also open to dependable candidates who are ready to learn and grow their culinary skills.

Tribute Eatery & Bar is a neighborhood restaurant serving elevated comfort food, handcrafted cocktails, and memorable dining experiences. Our kitchen team works together to prepare quality food, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and keep service running smoothly.

Compensation ranges from $15-$22 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

Full-time and part-time positions are available. Scheduling may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts depending on restaurant needs.

Full-Time Benefits

Employees averaging 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for:

• Paid Time Off beginning at two weeks annually, with additional PTO opportunities based on tenure
• Medical insurance options with Tribute Eatery & Bar covering 50% of employee premiums
• Dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match for eligible employees

Benefits for All Team Members

• 25% dining discount for you and up to seven guests
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free counseling sessions
• Craft Concepts restaurant discounts throughout Iowa, Omaha, Kansas City, and Missouri
• Employee appreciation events and team celebrations

What You’ll Do

• Prepare ingredients, sauces, and menu items according to recipes and restaurant standards
• Set up, stock, and maintain kitchen stations throughout each shift
• Cook food using grilling, sautéing, frying, broiling, and other preparation methods
• Follow recipes, portion guidelines, and quality standards to ensure consistent food preparation
• Label, store, rotate, and handle food according to food safety and sanitation procedures
• Keep kitchen stations, equipment, and work areas clean and organized
• Complete assigned cleaning tasks, inventory checks, and food storage documentation
• Communicate with kitchen leaders and coworkers to support efficient service
• Assist with both prep and line cooking responsibilities based on daily restaurant needs
• Help with additional back-of-house duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Restaurant, prep cook, or line cook experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the kitchen for extended periods
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Dependable attendance and strong communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Organized and attentive to details
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

*Tribute Eatery & Bar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.