Line Cook - Iowa City
About The Position
Big Grove is hiring a Line Cook to help create high-quality food and memorable experiences for its community, staff, and guests. The role involves preparing ingredients, following established recipes and presentation guidelines, and contributing to a smooth, efficient kitchen operation. The ideal candidate can work in a fast-paced environment, understands food safety and sanitation, and takes pride in cooking and teamwork. The position may also include prep-cook duties such as measuring, portioning, and storing food for service and safely operating kitchen equipment. The employee is expected to uphold Big Grove’s core values: Set the Tone, Thirst for Improvement, We Care, Practice Candor, and Passion Driven. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and involves no travel. This is a part-time or full-time position. Workdays and hours may vary from week to week; schedules are posted the week prior. The business operates seven days a week during day and evening hours, and evening and weekend availability is a key requirement.
Requirements
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen.
- Basic understanding of cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
- Ability to chop, slice, dice, and prepare ingredients efficiently and safely.
- Ability to measure, portion, and prepare ingredients according to recipes.
- Time-management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail in measurements, plating, and recipe execution.
- Knowledge of proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and food-safety practices.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with chefs, servers, and other kitchen staff.
- Adaptability, quick thinking, and problem-solving skills to respond to changing priorities.
- Strong work ethic, stamina, and ability to maintain quality and energy throughout shifts.
- Ability to maintain consistency and visual appeal in plating and presentation.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing for extended shifts, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, repetitive motions, and working in high heat.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Prior cooking experience; the employer is willing to train a candidate who is the right culture fit.
- Knowledge of food-safety and sanitation procedures.
- Adaptability to changing menu items and work hours.
Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of menu items according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Ensure food is fresh, properly stored, and consistently high in quality.
- Manage an assigned kitchen station and maintain its equipment and tools.
- Follow food-safety, hygiene, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
- Coordinate food preparation so orders are served simultaneously and within appropriate ticket times.
- Communicate and collaborate with the kitchen team and other departments to maintain an organized workflow.
- Adapt to menu changes and work collaboratively to address kitchen challenges.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation during and after service.
- Prepare, measure, portion, and store food items as needed for service.
- Safely operate kitchen equipment, including knives, slicers, food processors, and ovens.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers, vendors, and customers.
- Contribute to organizational problem-solving and goals, and exemplify Big Grove’s values, vision, standards, and culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
