Line Cook
Doherty Enterprises
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
Join an Award-Winning Team!
Doherty Enterprises is proud to be named Applebee's 2026 Franchisee of the Year!
We're also proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in Long Island, NYC, and New Jersey! Come be part of the team that makes us great!
Applebee’s is hiring Line Cooks who take pride in great food, consistency, and teamwork. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen and being part of a neighborhood restaurant where people feel at home, this is the place for you.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Health care benefits (for both part-time and full-time team members)
- Flexible schedules
- Paid, on-the-job training
- Meal discounts
- Real advancement opportunities
- WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and presentation standards, complete prep work, maintain a clean and organized workstation, follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, and support the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.
Qualifications
- Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift
- Ability to lift up to 25–50 lbs.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong attention to quality, cleanliness, and consistency
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude
Apply today and cook up great food and good times at Applebee’s .
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