Daytime Line Cook

Anna's House; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late-nights

Local, scratch-made dishes

Staff meals/discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Anna’s House in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an energetic Line Cook to join our daytime dining team.

You will cook breakfast and lunch, artfully plating dishes from omelets to signature grill items while maintaining high quality and speed. No late-night shifts, a focus on scratch-made dishes, and collaboration with a welcoming kitchen family await you.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating on a fast-paced culinary line or prep station
• Proficient knife handling and core cooking techniques
• Understanding of safe food handling practices and kitchen cleanliness

Responsibilities

• Manage, stock, and organize your designated line station to ensure seamless execution during breakfast and lunch rushes.
• Prepare, cook, and plate a diverse daytime menu according to established recipes and portion controls.
• Communicate with line and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and precise ticket times.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized workspace adhering to health codes and food handling protocols.
• Monitor product freshness and minimize waste through proper prep management

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Knife skills

Cooking techniques (grill, sauté, fry)

Punctual and reliable

Team player

Food safety

Job description

We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Line Cook to join the kitchen team at our vibrant, high-volume daytime dining locations. If you excel in a fast-paced culinary environment and enjoy crafting exceptional breakfast and lunch classics, ranging from specialty omelets and gourmet sandwiches to signature griddle items, this position offers a dynamic space to showcase your skills.

At our core, we aim to elevate the daytime dining experience. We focus on scratch-made dishes, fresh local ingredients, and accommodating diverse dietary preferences. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional eager to bring precision, speed, and culinary pride to a collaborative kitchen family.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage, stock, and organize your designated line station efficiently to ensure seamless execution throughout the breakfast and lunch rushes.
• Prepare, cook, and plate a diverse daytime menu according to established recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines.
• Communicate clearly with team members on the line and front-of-house staff to guarantee smooth service and precise ticket times.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, and compliant workspace, strictly adhering to all local health department codes and food handling protocols.
• Monitor product freshness, practice proper rotation (FIFO), and minimize waste through careful prep management.

What You Bring:

• 1-2 years of experience operating on a fast-paced culinary line or prep station. Previous familiarity with high-volume breakfast and lunch service is highly valued.
• Proficient knife handling and a strong grasp of core cooking techniques, including flat-top grill, sauté, and fryer operation.
• Dependable, punctual, and comfortable working early morning shifts.
• A collaborative team player who maintains composure under pressure and possesses a strong eye for plate consistency and quality.
• Understanding of safe food handling practices and kitchen cleanliness.
• Real enthusiasm for food and a drive to be part of a dining experience guests genuinely remember

Why Join Anna’s House?

• No Late-Nights: Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with no late-night shifts!
• Be part of a busy and exciting kitchen where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Work with fresh, often locally sourced, ingredients to create truly exceptional food.
• Opportunities to learn new stations, expand your culinary knowledge, and grow within our expanding company.
• Join a friendly and dedicated team that values hard work and camaraderie.
• Competitive hourly wage and delicious staff meals/discounts on our amazing menu.

If you’re a skilled line cook who’s ready to sizzle with us and "save the world from an ordinary breakfast," we want to meet you!