Line Cook

Potomac Family Dining Group•Colonial Heights, VA

12d

About The Position

The Line Cook is primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests in accordance with Potomac Family Dining Group and Applebee’s brand standards. The role includes completing prep work, setting up and maintaining a cook station, preparing menu items to recipe and presentation standards, managing food inventory and waste, following safe food-handling practices, and keeping work areas and equipment clean. The position also performs general utility and dishwashing duties as assigned. No supervisory responsibility is specified.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Friendly and engaging demeanor.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation.
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, place items on high and low surfaces, and regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
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; ability to balance, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and carry.
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.

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 preparation 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-presentation standards.
Keep the work area clean and organized.
Practice safe and sanitary food handling at all times.
Clean and sanitize the work area before, during, and after the shift.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning duties.
Manage inventory effectively using FIFO.
Control food waste and spoilage.
Check the temperature of food items 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 as assigned, 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 dish station.