Line Cook

Line Cook

A Line Cook is responsible for preparing and serving food in a safe and efficient manner, while upholding our high brand standards and following provided specs. Line cooks are also responsible for maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sanitation/Organization
• Putting away orders
• Double checking prep list
• Following proper safety and sanitation practices
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace
• Clean dishes
• Take out trash
• Sweep and mop floors
• Check temperatures on food and equipment to ensure food safety compliance
• Clean hoods, gaskets, grills, ovens, cutting boards, and all other kitchen equipment
• Culinary
• Prepare food for service
• Prepare tickets with a sense of urgency
• Work well in a team to ensure food is fresh and served at the correct temperature
• Memorize food builds for your assigned station
• Use recipes when preparing food, always

Attitude

• Possess a sense of urgency
• Works well with others
• Even tempered in high stress situations

Qualifications

• Minimum
• Punctual
• Able to communicate with the teams primary language
• Comfortable working with a team
• Basic math knowledge, particularly addition and subtraction
• Able to take constructive criticism
• Ability to read and follow instructions
• Good verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with technology (POS systems, printers, KDS, etc.)
• Able to multitask and prioritize on the fly
• Preferred
• Prior experience in a restaurant job
• Can speak English and Spanish
• Food handler's certification
• Any local certifications that are required in the store's jurisdiction
• Knowledge of fundamental kitchen skills, including basic measurements, knife skills/safety, temperature management, sanitation, portion control, etc.

Physical Requirements

Able to lift 25+ pounds

Able to stand on their feet for 8 hours uninterrupted

Able to be stationary for multiple hours at a time completing repetitive tasks

Able to move quickly throughout the restaurant

Able to access and navigate all areas of the restaurant

Able to work in excessive heat and cold associated with the kitchen environment