Fast-Paced Line Cook — Prep, Plating & Quality

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Ludington, MI is seeking a line cook to complete prep, set up the cook station, and prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes, plate presentations and specifications.

The role emphasizes food safety, quality, timely delivery, teamwork, and willingness to handle a fast-paced environment. Experience is preferred but not required; flexibility for weekends and evenings is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant preferred but not required.
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills.
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
• 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.
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes.
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within forecast.
• Ensure timely dish preparation by restocking ingredients and meeting prep times.
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol.
• Maintain a clean station and kitchen equipment, tables, shelves.
• Comply with sanitary, health and personal hygiene standards.
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Knife handling

Cooking

Attention to detail

Reading directions

Calm under pressure

Organization

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Job description

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Ludington, MI is seeking a line cook to complete prep, set up the cook station, and prepare menu items according to Applebee’s recipes, plate presentations and specifications.

The role emphasizes food safety, quality, timely delivery, teamwork, and willingness to handle a fast-paced environment. Experience is preferred but not required; flexibility for weekends and evenings is a plus.