Line Cook — Dynamic Kitchen Team Member

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee’s line cook completes all assigned prep work and sets up the cook’s station; maintains product quality and presentation while following food safety guidelines; prepares menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency across dishes.

The role requires attention to portion control, waste reduction, timely meal preparation, and a tidy, sanitary work area; flexibility with weekends and evenings is often needed in a busy restaurant.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant
• Knowledge of cooking methods and knife handling
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at work station and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Manager to ensure effective and orderly operations of the restaurant.

Skills

Cooking methods

Knife handling

Attention to detail

Read and follow directions

Calm under pressure

Organized

Physical stamina

Tools

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Job description

Applebee’s line cook completes all assigned prep work and sets up the cook’s station; maintains product quality and presentation while following food safety guidelines; prepares menu items according to Applebee’s recipes and specifications, ensuring consistency across dishes.

The role requires attention to portion control, waste reduction, timely meal preparation, and a tidy, sanitary work area; flexibility with weekends and evenings is often needed in a busy restaurant.