Line Cook
About The Position
Line Cooks prepare more than 250 menu items from scratch each day using fresh, high-quality ingredients. In a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, they take ownership of producing delicious dishes through precise cooking techniques, attention to detail, and consistent execution while contributing to memorable food and guest experiences. The role includes preparing recipes with accurate measurements, knife work, portioning, cooking to correct temperatures, plating, and garnishing. Line Cooks also help set up and break down stations, stock using FIFO, maintain cleanliness and organization, and follow food-safety and sanitation standards. The position requires working efficiently under pressure, multitasking, communicating clearly, and following instructions to uphold high standards.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods, continuously bending, reaching, and twisting.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards.
- Ability to deliver accurate orders consistently.
- Dependable, dedicated, and adaptable, with a strong work ethic.
- Reliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude.
- Passion for hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture.
Nice To Haves
- Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is ideal.
- Experience at stations such as Flat Top, Grill, Broil, Fry, Pasta, Sauté, Salad, Pizza, Pantry, Appetizer, Oven, or Prep is preferred.
- Familiarity with roasting, grilling, sautéing, or scratch cooking is a plus.
- Proficiency with kitchen tools and equipment and an understanding of back-of-house operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare recipes efficiently using various cooking methods and culinary techniques.
- Read and follow recipes, using accurate measurements and weights for consistent execution.
- Use knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing.
- Ensure order accuracy through mise en place, proper portioning, and cooking to correct temperatures.
- Plate, present, and garnish dishes.
- Support opening and closing duties, including station setup and breakdown, FIFO stocking, cleanliness, and organization.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross-contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness.
- Work under pressure and multitask with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency.
- Support teamwork through clear, effective communication.
- Follow instructions to uphold high standards.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Access to up to 50% of earned wages the next day (exclusions apply).
- Free shift meals and a 25% discount when dining with friends and family.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage options.
- Virtual care and no-cost online mental health services.
- World-class training for personal and professional growth.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- No-cost GED or Associate Degree programs.
- Discounts on cell phones, gyms, movies, and theme parks.
- Employee recognition and appreciation awards.
- HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program).
- Opportunities to participate in community and charity events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
