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Biltmore Company

Biltmore Estate is a museum and tourist attraction in Asheville, North Carolina.

Breakroom Rating

Breakroom Rating8.2

Based on 12 frontline employees from Biltmore Company who took The Breakroom Quiz

60 Biltmore Line Cook Jobs Hiring Near You

Biltmore Company

$20/hr

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food products that represent Biltmore's standards for all dining, banquet and a la carte services. Line Cooks are generally charged with a la carte line ...

Biltmore Company

$16.75 - $21/hr

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food products that represent Biltmore's standards for all dining, banquet and a la carte services.Cook IIs are generally charged with a la carte line work ...

Biltmore Company

$20/hr

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food products that represent Biltmore's standards for all dining, banquet and a la carte services.Cook IIs are generally charged with a la carte line work ...

Biltmore Company

$17/hr

... cooking utensils, and will maintain all aspects of kitchen sanitation. This position will also ... department, and company. Schedule may vary, but generally 3pm-11pm. Weekend and Holiday ...

Biltmore Company

$17/hr

... cooking utensils, and will maintain all aspects of kitchen sanitation. This position will also ... department, and company. Schedule can vary, but generally 3pm - 11pm. Weekend and Holiday ...

Biltmore Company

$17.85/hr

Job Summary The Wine Club Sales Assistant supports Biltmore's Vanderbilt Wine Club business and ... The Sales Assistant will be the front-line point of contact for members. Duties include, and are ...

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Do workers at Biltmore Estate get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
38% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Does Biltmore Estate pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

At Biltmore Estate, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
40% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Biltmore Estate affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Biltmore Estate?

Most people get paid time off work.
78% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 33% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers at Biltmore Estate worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
44% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do Biltmore Estate workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Biltmore Estate workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Biltmore Estate?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
73% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do Biltmore Estate managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
78% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Biltmore Estate spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Biltmore Estate?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
73% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Biltmore Estate feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Biltmore Estate get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
38% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Biltmore Estate?

Most people feel stressed here.
73% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Biltmore Estate enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
89% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Biltmore Estate recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
75% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Biltmore Estate?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Biltmore Estate?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Biltmore Estate’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
100% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Biltmore Estate is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
40% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

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Cedric's Tavern Line Cook - Full Time

Biltmore Company

Asheville, NC • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Biltmore Estate rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Biltmore Estate

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5.6

Company rating compared to similar companies: 5.6 out of 10

Hospitality employers average

Based on 103,886 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

The best things about working at Biltmore Estate

  • 89%

    89% say they enjoy their job

    say they enjoy their job

  • 78%

    78% say their managers don’t change their shifts at short notice

    say their managers don’t change their shifts at short notice

  • 73%

    73% say they have respectful managers

    say they have respectful managers

Featured by Biltmore Estate, based on 12 Breakroom Quiz responses from their frontline employees

Job description

Job Description
Starting pay is $20/hour. Full-time employees are expected to work a minimum of 1,820 hours (approximately 32+ hours/week or more) throughout the year. Overtime may be available based on business levels and operational needs.
The Line Cook is responsible for preparing food products that represent Biltmore's standards for all dining, banquet and a la carte services. Line Cooks are generally charged with a la carte line work, hot food and pantry preparation, as well as banquet and buffet production. The success of this position will be measured by guest satisfaction, cleanliness, organization, product quality, consistency and timeliness of service.
Benefits include:
  • Access to Biltmore's on-site health clinic, wellness programs, and health fairs for all employees
  • Year-round access to the estate gardens and grounds and 40% off estate retail & dining
  • Employer subsidized health, life, dental, vision, and short term/long-term disability insurance (for Full-Time positions)
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and SEL (for Full-Time positions)
  • Monthly housing or childcare assistance and home purchase assistance (dependent upon eligibility)
  • And much more!

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary training and/or certifications preferred.
  • At least one year of related culinary experience in a full-service restaurant. The ideal candidate will have had two years of prior experience in a fine dining/upscale dining environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Demonstrated commitment to providing world class guest service and stellar dining experiences.
  • Knowledge of food sanitation procedures. ServSafe certification preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team dynamic environment with time sensitivities and production deadlines.
  • Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
  • Read and execute recipes.
  • Work effectively with minimal supervision. Take initiative and be proactive where appropriate.
  • Exercise good judgment and creatively problem solve as necessary. Be professional in both appearance and demeanor at all times.
  • Be a team player; top candidates will have proven teamwork abilities while operating in a fast paced kitchen environment; the ability to work cohesively with a team, accept feedback and prioritize duties are a measure of success in this position.

Essential Job Duties
1. Maintain a clean and well organized work area and participates in ensuring all equipment is properly cleaned, maintained and in safe, good working order.
2. Double check daily forecasts to prepare and set up properly.
3. Accountable for proper rotation, storage, and dating of all food items.
4. Cross-train on all lines to provide backup assistance as needed.
5. Train on stewarding equipment to provide assistance as needed.
6. Responsible for communicating effectively and professionally with fellow co-workers and supervisors within area of responsibility and within other property locations.
7. Work closely with chefs to develop menus and plating designs, ordering of food items, inventories and food controls, and participate in the training of Cook I and stewards in accordance to department standards.
8. Experience on a cooking line (fry, grill, sautee', etc. ) is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
  • Able to sit, stand, twist, bend, push, pull, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis for periods of up to 10 hours a day.
  • Able to work effectively in a kitchen environment with occasional extremes in temperature (heat, cold, humidity) for an extended period of time.

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Perks for frontline workers

From Biltmore Estate, via Breakroom

  • 40% discounts at estate food and beverage and retail locations

  • Year-round access to the estate gardens and grounds

  • Access to the Clinic on Biltmore Estate at no cost

  • Access to Employee Assistance Network, Biltmore Cares Chaplains program, and Eblen Charities

  • Company training and development programs

  • Paid sick/emergency leave (flexible & full-time employees)

  • Paid holidays (flexible & full-time employees)

  • Eligibility to participate in company profit-sharing program (based on seniority; for flexible and full-time employee)

  • Eligibility to contribute to 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match (flexible and full-time employee)

  • Paid vacation (full-time employees)

About Biltmore Estate, in their own words

From Biltmore Estate

Completed in 1895, Biltmore was created as a grand estate for George and Edith Vanderbilt, their family, and friends. America’s Largest Home® was intended to be an escape, offering the pleasures of country life where every wish was anticipated and fulfilled.

That is the legacy that inspires our 2,000 employees: providing world-class service and gracious hospitality to every guest while preserving and protecting a beloved American icon.

Company values

From Biltmore Estate

Biltmore welcomes, respects, supports, and values diverse guests and employees, not only because it is the right thing to do, but also because it is essential for the preservation of this special place for generations to come. Through what we call a REACH mindset (Recognition, Empathy, Accountability, Curiosity, and Humility), we build relationships to create inclusive communities, develop and empower diverse leadership, and invest in team and community development.

Our company culture is guided by a legacy of serving our guests and each other with the gracious hospitality for which George Vanderbilt was known. Biltmore is still family-owned and remains passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive oasis from everyday life for our guests and each other.

Diversity and inclusion statement

From Biltmore Estate

By building equitable and inclusive practices, Biltmore attracts and empowers a workforce as diverse as the 1.7 million+ annual guests that we serve. Our efforts are aimed at empowering our current 2,000+ employees while concurrently creating the workforce of the future.

We’re fortifying these efforts through the establishment of clear and ambitious goals, along with developing strategies and pipelines to enhance diverse representation at Biltmore.

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