Line Cook

Applebee's (Potomac Family Dining Group)•Ashland, VA

14d

About The Position

Labor-oriented position primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests according to Potomac Family Dining Group and Applebee’s brand standards. The role also includes maintaining food quality and presentation, meeting ticket cook times, following safe food-handling practices, managing inventory and waste, receiving deliveries, and completing cleaning and general utility work as assigned. The position works in a fast-paced kitchen environment and reports to management for instructions and guidance. No supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

Friendly and engaging demeanor.
At least 18 years old.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to work as a team player and follow managers’ instructions and guidance.
Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times.
Ability to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, place items on high and low shelves, and regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to respond in emergency situations and use knives, slicing equipment, and other food-preparation equipment.
Mobility throughout the work period; ability to balance, bend, stoop, and kneel; ability to stand for extended periods, up to four hours at a time.
Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff, and guests.
Finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior kitchen work experience.
ServeSafe Food certificate.
High school degree or GED.
Bilingual experience.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned prep work and set up the cook station.
Maintain product presentation, product quality, and cook times.
Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and plate presentations.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
Clean and sanitize the work area before, during, and after work; complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning.
Manage inventory using FIFO and control food waste, spoilage, and food costs.
Temperature-check 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, including scraping and pre-rinsing dishes, washing dishes and cookware by hand or machine, cleaning kitchen surfaces and equipment, removing trash, cleaning garbage cans, and assembling, maintaining, and breaking down the dish area.