Line Cooks
About The Position
Apex Entertainment is hiring experienced Line Cooks for its Albany location. Line Cooks are essential members of the kitchen team, preparing high-quality dishes and ensuring each plate meets standards for quality, portion, presentation, and taste. The role requires efficiency, reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced kitchen. The position involves preparing menu items, maintaining stocked and sanitary workstations, following food safety and hygiene protocols, tracking product quality and shelf life to reduce waste, and completing orders within designated ticket times. Line Cooks communicate with kitchen staff, follow instructions from Kitchen Managers and shift leads, and contribute to a positive, respectful, team-oriented work environment. The role requires standing for long periods of 8–10 hours and availability for varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- 1–2 years of experience in food service, hospitality, or a similar kitchen environment.
- Passion for food, attention to detail, and commitment to high standards.
- Ability to stand for long periods (8–10 hours).
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Weekend and evening availability is required.
- Strong multitasking skills in a high-energy setting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items to Apex's standards for quality, portion, and presentation.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the menu and its ingredients.
- Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
- Follow food safety and hygiene protocols.
- Track product quality and shelf life to reduce waste.
- Complete orders efficiently within designated ticket times.
- Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to support smooth service flow.
- Follow instructions from Kitchen Managers and shift leads.
- Foster a positive and respectful work environment.
- Support team members and adapt to the needs of the kitchen.
- Uphold a strong work ethic and team-first attitude.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Fun, fast-paced work environment
- Dynamic team that values creativity, dedication, and service excellence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
