Line Cook

Thrive Restaurant Group • Clarksville, IN

52d

About The Position

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company with more than 50 years in business. The Line Cook prepares food for Applebee’s according to established recipes, plate presentations, and specifications, while maintaining standards for product presentation, quality, and cook times. The role includes completing assigned prep work, maintaining a designated workstation, following safe and sanitary food-handling practices, and cleaning the work area and equipment. Kitchen 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.
• Able to place plates, utensils, pans, and cases on high and low shelves.
• Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility throughout the entire shift.
• Able to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, up to 20 times per day.
• Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to self and others.
• Able to navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests.
• Able to move and grasp items weighing up to five pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Able to bend and stoop.
• Adequate vision to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

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