Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Line Cook – Full time 

Spice n Vybe, an Afro-Caribbean fast-casual restaurant in Oakland Park, is looking for a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. We need a cook who can hold down the line during busy service and put out consistent, quality plates.

If you work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, take pride in your craft, and want to be part of a tight-knit team, we'd like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock the kitchen with all necessary supplies before service
• Prep ingredients (chopping vegetables, portioning proteins, preparing sauces, etc.) according to our recipes and standards
• Cook menu items consistently and to spec on fryers, range, and grill
• Plate and present dishes according to our presentation standards
• Work cleanly and efficiently during peak hours, keeping up with ticket times
• Follow all recipes and portion guidelines to maintain consistency
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout the shift
• Properly label, date, and store food following FIFO and food safety standards
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff
• Break down and deep-clean the kitchen at the end of service
• Follow all health, safety, and food handling guidelines
• Participate in team meetings and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Line Cook or Prep Cook in a fast-paced restaurant
• Familiarity with Caribbean, African, or soul food cuisine is a strong plus
• Comfortable working all areas of the kitchen — fryers, range, and grill
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• ServSafe / Food Handler certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and team mindset
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
• Good time management and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Available to work evenings and weekends
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, working in a hot kitchen environment, repeated bending and reaching)
• High school diploma is a plus

Job Type: Part-time Setting: Afro-Caribbean fast-casual restaurant Shift: Evening / Weekends Benefits: Employee discount, Employee meals, Paid time off