Line Cook

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Job summary

SSP America is seeking a Line Cook to join our Back of House team. You will receive orders, prepare and present dishes, and ensure a clean, well-stocked kitchen during your shift.

You will follow recipes, maintain station setup, stock ingredients, rotate products, and perform routine cleaning to meet health standards.

Qualifications

• Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items.
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis.
• Requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments.
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly.
• Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality.

Responsibilities

• Receive food orders and prepare dishes for guests in a fast-paced environment.
• Set up and maintain a clean, efficient line prior to service and during shifts.
• Requisition and stock all required food and disposables for the line.
• Rotate stock and ensure proper storage of perishables and ingredients.
• Perform routine cleaning of equipment and work areas according to health standards.
• Complete opening, ongoing, and closing checklists and contribute to overall quality.

Skills

Food preparation

Portion control

Kitchen cleanliness

Stock management

Food safety

Equipment maintenance

Time management

Job description

At SSP America, our Line Cooks have the important role of receiving food orders, preparing delicious dishes for our guests, properly setting up the kitchen so every Expert has the product and tools easily accessible during their shift. Our Line Cooks love working in the Back of House.

Here are a few things you can expect when you join our team as a Line Cook

• Having warm, friendly smiles
• Respecting our customers
• Following detailed food preparation processes
• Keeping their eyes on the details
• Working well in fast-paced environments

The ideal candidate for this position has:

• Follow all recipes and practice portion control to prepare, garnish, and present ordered items
• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the kitchen/station on a daily basis
• Requisitioning and stocking of all required food, paper products, and condiments
• Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly
• Responsible for set-up, regular maintenance, cleaning, and breakdown of any machinery and equipment
• Responsible for maintaining stock, cutting, and storage of all perishables daily to ensure product quality
• Complete opening, on-going, and closing checklists as required
• Takes responsibility for quality of products served
• Perform general and specific cleaning tasks using standard cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards
• Other duties as assigned

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.