Line Cook

Thrive Restaurant Group • Liberal, KS

57d

About The Position

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that has been in business for over 50 years. The company describes its culture as a fun, family atmosphere and highlights opportunities to learn about business, leadership, and hospitality. Its Applebee’s restaurants, referred to as Legacy Apple, emphasize being a good neighbor and supporting their communities.

The Line Cook, also called a Kitchen Team Member, cooks appealing, good-tasting food and is responsible for assigned preparation work and a cook’s station. The role involves maintaining standards for food presentation, quality, and cook times; learning to prepare menu items according to recipes and specifications; and working across kitchen department roles through cross-training.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Ability to place plates, utensils, pans, and cases on high and low shelves.
• Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, up to 20 times per day.
• Ability to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.
• Ability to navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests.
• Ability to move and grasp items weighing up to five pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, bend, and stoop.
• Adequate vision to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes, plate presentations, and specifications.
• Complete all assigned prep work.
• Set up the workstation according to the station diagram.
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• Clean and sanitize the work area before, during, and after the shift.
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.
• Work in and cross-train across all kitchen department roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed