Line Cook

Potomac Family Dining Group•Mechanicsville, VA

12d

About The Position

A labor-oriented position primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests according to Potomac Family Dining Group and Applebee’s brand standards. The role prepares menu items, maintains product quality and presentation, follows safe food-handling practices, keeps the work area clean and organized, and performs general utility and dishwashing work as assigned. No supervisory responsibility is assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly and engaging demeanor.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to work as a team player and follow manager instructions and guidance.
Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times.
Ability to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, up to 20 times per shift.
Ability to place utensils, plates, pans, and cases on high and low shelves.
Ability to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to self and others.
Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food-preparation equipment.
Mobility throughout the shift; ability to balance, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and regularly carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for periods of up to four hours.
Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees and dining-room staff.
Finger and hand dexterity for using small tools.
Travel is less than 5%.

Nice To Haves

Prior kitchen work experience preferred.
ServeSafe Food certificate is a plus.
High school degree or GED preferred.
Bilingual experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned prep work and set up the cook station according to station requirements.
Maintain product presentation, quality, and cook times.
Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and plate presentations.
Keep the work area clean and organized; clean and sanitize it before, during, and after work.
Follow safe and sanitary food-handling practices and temperature food items per Concord requirements.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning duties.
Manage inventory using FIFO and control food waste and spoilage.
Receive incoming food deliveries.
Clock in tickets and ensure ticket cook times meet or exceed company and brand standards.
Perform general utility work, including scraping and pre-rinsing food from dirty dishes and loading the dishwashing machine.
Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand or machine.
Wash work-area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment, and floors.
Remove trash and garbage to the dumpster; clean garbage cans and trash areas.
Assemble, maintain, and break down the dishwashing area.