Line Cook

Potomac Family Dining Group•Upper Marlboro, MD

12d

About The Position

The Line Cook is primarily responsible for preparing food for restaurant guests in accordance with Potomac Family Dining Group and Applebee’s brand standards. The position includes completing prep work, maintaining a cook station, preparing menu items, managing food quality and cook times, handling inventory and food safety, and performing cleaning and dishwashing duties. The role has no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Reading, writing, basic math, and verbal communication skills are required.
Reliable transportation is required.
Ability to be a team player.
Ability to follow manager 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 to avoid imminent danger to self and others.
Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food-preparation equipment.
Mobility for the entire shift, including the 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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
Keep the work area clean and organized, and clean and sanitize it before, during, and after work.
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
Manage inventory using FIFO and 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, including scraping and pre-rinsing dishes and loading the dishwashing station.
Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand and/or machine.
Clean work-area tables, walls, refrigerator and cooking equipment, and floors.
Remove trash and garbage to the dumpster and clean garbage cans and trash areas.
Assemble, maintain, and break down the dishwashing station.