Line Cook

Applebee's (Potomac Family Dining Group)•Germantown, IL

14d

About The Position

The Line Cook is primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests according to 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 according to recipes and presentation standards, monitoring food quality and cook times, and maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen. The position also includes inventory management, receiving food deliveries, and general dishwashing and utility work as assigned. The role requires mobility and physical activity throughout the shift, including prolonged standing, lifting and carrying, and working around wet floors, heat, dampness, temperature extremes, and loud noise in a fast-paced environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly and engaging demeanor.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to be a team player.
Ability to follow manager instructions and guidance.
Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times.
Transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, up to 20 times per stated period.
Place utensils, plates, pans, and cases on both high and low surfaces.
Respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to self and others.
Use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
Maintain mobility throughout the work period.
Have a good sense of balance and be able to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and regularly carry up to 40 pounds.
Stand for long periods, up to four hours per stated period.
Speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff, and others.
Have finger and hand dexterity to use small tools and equipment.

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 prep work and set up the cook station according to station requirements.
Maintain product presentation, product quality, and cook time.
Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and plate presentation standards.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Practice safe and sanitary food handling.
Clean and sanitize the work area before, during, and after work.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning.
Manage inventory using FIFO.
Control food waste, spoilage, and food costs.
Temperature-check food items according to Concord requirements.
Receive incoming food.
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 dishes and loading the dishwashing station.
Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine.
Wash work-area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment, and other areas as assigned.
Remove trash and garbage to the dumpster and clean garbage cans and trash areas.
Assemble, maintain, and break down the dish station.