Line Cook

True Food Kitchen•Gaithersburg, MD

About The Position

True Food Kitchen is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen. The role involves preparing, cooking, and plating dishes across stations such as Pantry, Pastry, Pizza, Wok, Sauté, or Grill. Experience across multiple stations is a plus. The restaurant offers a professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to support advancement. AM/PM and midday shifts are available, with part-time schedules through 40 hours per person.

Requirements

Exceptional knife skills and recipe execution.
Passion for great food and quality presentation.
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain speed and organization under pressure.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and continuously bend, reach, and twist.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of experience in a high-volume restaurant; preferred.
Experience working across multiple kitchen stations.

Responsibilities

Prepare starters, entrées, pizzas, and other dishes.
Follow portions, recipes, and quality standards.
Keep the assigned station clean, stocked, and organized.
Assist with food preparation, opening and closing, and smooth kitchen operations.
Operate ovens, stoves, grills, and other kitchen equipment.
Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing.
Wash and disinfect kitchen areas, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.

Benefits

Access to affordable, quality health care and telehealth options for part-time team members.
Pet insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and SupportLinc expert guidance for employees and their families.
Restaurant dining discount.
Paid volunteer time to support the community and favorite charities.
Opportunities for growth and a career development program.

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