Line Cook

About Us Located in One Gateway Center in Newark—just steps from Newark Penn Station—TFW is designed to be the city's premier match-day destination. This is not your typical sports bar. The Final Whistle is built around collective energy, elevated hospitality, and an immersive viewing environment—where every match feels like you're in the stadium, and every guest feels part of something bigger. Position Overview As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to standardized recipes, ensuring every dish meets quality, taste, and presentation standards. You'll be an essential part of the kitchen team, contributing to a smooth and efficient service. If you have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and are passionate about cooking, this is the role for you. Key Responsibilities Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and guidelines, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish Station Setup & Stocking: Set up and stock cooking stations with the necessary supplies and ingredients before and during service to ensure smooth operations Sanitation & Safety: Maintain cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Follow proper sanitation and food safety protocols at all times Portion Control & Waste Minimization: Follow portion control standards and take steps to minimize food waste without compromising quality Dish Plating & Presentation: Cook and plate dishes efficiently while maintaining the highest standards for food presentation Inventory Management: Assist with inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and notifying management when supplies are low or need replenishing Collaboration: Work closely with other kitchen staff and team members to ensure smooth service and to help with any other tasks as needed during busy periods Qualifications & Skills Proven experience as a Line Cook or in a similar role within a professional kitchen environment Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality Excellent time management and multitasking skills to handle a variety of tasks during service Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and kitchen protocols consistently ServSafe Certification is a plus but not required Benefits Competitive hourly wage ($22.00 per hour) #J-18808-Ljbffr Dartcor Hospitality