Line Cook

Potomac Family Dining Group•Charles Town, WV

12d

About The Position

This labor-oriented position is primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests according to Potomac Family Dining Group and Applebee’s brand standards. The role prepares menu items, maintains food quality and presentation, keeps the kitchen clean and sanitary, manages inventory and food waste, and performs general dishwashing and utility work. There is no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Friendly and engaging demeanor.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills.
Reliable transportation required.
Ability to work as a team player and follow manager instructions and guidance.
Ability to communicate and behave professionally at all times.
Ability to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day; regularly and continuously lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to place utensils, plates, pans, and cases on both high and low surfaces.
Ability to 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 long periods, up to four hours at a time.
Ability to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees and dining-room staff.
Finger and hand dexterity for using small tools.
Travel of less than 5%.

Nice To Haves

Prior kitchen work experience preferred.
High school degree or GED preferred.
ServeSafe Food certificate is a plus.
Bilingual experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned prep work and set up the cook station according to station requirements.
Maintain product presentation, quality, and cook times.
Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and plate presentations.
Keep the work area clean and organized; clean and sanitize it before, during, and after work.
Practice safe and sanitary food handling at all times.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
Manage inventory effectively using FIFO.
Control food waste and spoilage.
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 as assigned, including scraping and pre-rinsing food from dirty dishes and loading them into the dishwashing machine.
Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine.
Wash work-area tables, walls, refrigerators, cooking equipment, and floors.
Take trash and garbage to the dumpster and clean garbage cans and trash areas.
Assemble, maintain, and break down the dishwashing station.
Follow manager instructions and guidance and communicate and behave professionally.
Respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to self and others.