Line Cook

Potomac Family Dining Group•Cumberland, MD

12d

About The Position

The Line Cook is 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, keeps the kitchen clean and organized, follows safe food-handling practices, manages inventory and food temperatures, and performs general utility and dishwashing duties as assigned. The position has no supervisory responsibility.

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 both high and low surfaces.
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 entire shift; balance and ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and regularly carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods, up to four hours at a time.
Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees and dining room staff.
Finger and hand dexterity for using small tools.
Travel requirement is less than 5%.

Nice To Haves

Prior kitchen work experience preferred.
High school degree or GED preferred.
ServeSafe Food certificate is a plus.
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.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
Manage inventory using FIFO and control food waste and spoilage.
Check food temperatures according to Concord requirements.
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 dishes and loading the dishwasher.
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 station.
Follow manager instructions and guidance and communicate and behave professionally.