Line Cook

Thrive Restaurant Group • Ashland, KY

52d

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 work as making a difference in the lives of the people it serves and the communities where it operates, and offers a family atmosphere with opportunities to learn about business, leadership, and hospitality. At Applebee’s, known as Legacy Apple, the company emphasizes being a good neighbor and supporting local communities.

The Line Cook, also referred to as a Kitchen Team Member, prepares appealing, high-quality food according to Applebee’s recipes, plate presentations, and specifications. The role is responsible for assigned prep work and a cooking station, maintaining product presentation, quality, and cook times. Team members learn to prepare all menu items and are cross-trained in kitchen department roles.

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 oneself and others.
• Adequate vision to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen.
• Ability to navigate throughout the restaurant, communicate with guests, move and grasp items up to five pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and bend and stoop. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes, plate presentations, and specifications.
• Complete 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.
• Maintain standards for product presentation, product quality, and cook times.
• Learn to prepare all menu items and work in, and cross-train for, all kitchen department roles.

What This Job Offers

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