Kitchen Team Member: Line Cook & Prep Specialist

Applebee's; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group in Huntington, WV, is seeking a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join our family‑owned operation. You’ll handle assigned prep work and cook stations, following our recipes and presentation standards to deliver quality dishes.

You’ll learn and be cross‑trained across kitchen roles, maintain sanitary practices, and contribute to a positive, fast‑paced environment that focuses on great guest experiences.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
• Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility required during the entire shift.
• Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
• Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (50%*).
• Complete all assigned prep work (15%*).
• Set up workstation according to station diagram (15%*).
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%*).
• Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%*).
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%*).

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Reading/writing/communication

Knife skills

Mobility

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Emergency response

Tools

Knives

Slicing equipment

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group in Huntington, WV, is seeking a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join our family‑owned operation. You’ll handle assigned prep work and cook stations, following our recipes and presentation standards to deliver quality dishes.

You’ll learn and be cross‑trained across kitchen roles, maintain sanitary practices, and contribute to a positive, fast‑paced environment that focuses on great guest experiences.