Line Cook

Thrive Restaurant Group • Waverly, IA

52d

About The Position

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that has been in business for over 50 years. The company emphasizes making a difference in the lives of the people it serves and the communities where it operates, and offers a family-oriented atmosphere for people interested in learning about business, leadership, and hospitality.

As a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) at Applebee’s, you will prepare appealing, high-quality food while meeting recipe, presentation, and cook-time standards. You will be responsible for assigned preparation work and your cooking station, learn to prepare all menu items according to recipes and specifications, and cross-train in all kitchen department roles. The position also includes safe food handling, station setup, and cleaning responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to place plates, utensils, pans, and cases on high and low shelves.
• Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to transport cases weighing up to 50 pounds, up to 20 times per day.
• Ability to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent danger to oneself and others.
• Ability to navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests.
• Ability to move and grasp items weighing up to five pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and 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 (50%).
• Complete all assigned prep work (15%).
• Set up the workstation according to the station diagram (15%).
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%).
• Clean and sanitize the work area before, during, and after the shift (5%).
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%).
• Learn to prepare all menu items and cross-train in all kitchen department roles.

What This Job Offers

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