Line Cook-Acapulco

ACA Glendale, CA 6 722 N Pacific Ave Glendale, CA 91203, USA Compensation Range: $16.90 - $19.00 Hour (DOE) Purpose The line cook is responsible for setting up and stocking assigned stations with all necessary supplies, preparing food for service, and cooking menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff. Responsibilities Prepare all restaurant foods Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of the kitchen Read, measure, and execute recipes Read and execute computer tickets for service Apply knife skills required for service and preparation; maintain solid menu knowledge and attention to detail with plate presentation Assist chefs as needed in execution of service Communicate with management, chefs and service staff to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and other employees Move furniture as directed by management, including but not limited to tables, chairs, bar stools, banquettes, bar tables, boxes, and equipment Comply with all safety and health department procedures Maintain company safety and sanitation standards Ensure complete and proper check‑out procedures Clean all spills immediately and place all trash in proper receptacles Inform management of any complaint, comment or incident Ensure nightly/weekly and opening/running/closing duties are completed Record and report any equipment failure and/or safety hazards to management immediately Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma preferred Proof of eligibility to work in the United States Valid Driver’s License 18+ years of age Possession of or ability to possess all state‑required work cards Minimum of two (2) years related experience Proper food storage knowledge Proper lifting techniques Guest relations Sanitation and safety Full‑service kitchen operations Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in English, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the public Working Conditions Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volume Fast‑paced, high‑volume, full‑service restaurant Work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays Physical Requirements Ability to walk long periods of time Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls Ability to repeat the same movements for long periods of time Ability to understand the speech of another person Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand Ability to push and lift up to 50 lbs Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Disclaimer This job description is a summary of duties, which you as a Line Cook are expected to perform in your normal course of work. It is by no means an all‑inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties. You should understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent; it can be modified at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fm-Restaurants-Hq-LLC