Line Cook

IHOP Hixson; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Free Shift Meals

Family Discounts

On-the-Job Training

Advancement Opportunities

Discount Program

Job summary

IHOP Hixson is hiring line cooks for 1st and 2nd shifts at our Hixson location. The role emphasizes food preparation, safety and quality in a fast-paced kitchen. We welcome beginners with enthusiasm and train them to meet our standards.

Join a team that values growth, flexible schedules, and teamwork, with opportunities to build lasting memories and career advancement in a busy IHOP environment.

Qualifications

• Prior line cook experience or similar role preferred.
• Solid culinary skills and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Familiarity with dietary operations is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure while ensuring food safety.
• Strong teamwork and clear communication in a busy kitchen.
• Passion for cooking and ongoing skill development.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure every meal meets quality standards before serving.
• Follow food safety guidelines and proper handling procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
• Manage inventory and report shortages or needs.
• Present yourself professionally and follow uniform guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of prep areas and adhere to sanitation standards.

Skills

Line cook exp

Culinary skills

Dietary knowledge

Food safety

Teamwork

Passion for cooking

Lifting 40 lbs

Job description

Now hiring and training Cooks for 1st and 2nd shifts!

We are seeking skilled and passionate Line Cooks to join our IHOP culinary team at our Hixson location. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation and cooking, with experience in fast casual environments, but will train an enthusiastic beginner. This role requires a commitment to food safety and quality, as well as the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen setting. If you have a love for the culinary arts and enjoy creating delicious meals, we want to hear from you!

IHOP holds great opportunities for you at our Hixson location. And joining our team comes with a big stack of values - growth and development opportunities, flexible schedules, and an atmosphere where you can build lifelong friendships and memories with your Team.

** Starting Pay $13 - $13.50 DOE. **Weekends & Holidays Required.

BENEFITS

• Paid Vacation
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Free Shift Meals
• Family Discounts
• On the Job Training
• Advancement Opportunities
• Discount Program (includes travel, gyms, cell phones, restaurants, auto purchases, apparel, and electronics)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that every meal that leaves our kitchen lives up to our standards of quality
• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Follow food safety guidelines and proper food handling procedures at all times.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
• Manage inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients, reporting any shortages or needs.
• Present yourself in a professional manner, including following all uniform guidelines
• Maintain the cleanliness of food prep areas at all times and follow food sanitation standards to the letter.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a line cook position or similar role within the food industry is preferred.
• Strong culinary skills with knowledge of cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
• Familiarity with dietary department operations or dietary aide roles is beneficial.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of food safety.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a busy kitchen environment.
• A passion for cooking and a desire to continually learn and improve culinary skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

ABOUT IHOP

Our vision and values are the core of everything we do, and we've found that Team Members who embrace and support these have the greatest opportunity for success at IHOP.

At IHOP we're masters of the griddle, carefully crafting our menu and each item we create. We ensure that our guests leave with a joyful experience each time they interact with us, by making every moment matter. Our teams go the extra mile to make every meal, experience and interaction memorable. Most importantly, we lead with a joyful attitude to share the positive energy with all of our guests and serve up smiles every day. For more than 65 years, IHOP has been a leader, innovator and expert in all things breakfast, lunch and dinner. As our logo suggests, we hope that the IHOP experience brings a smile to our guests' faces. We strive to ensure that every trip to an IHOP is a memorable one, anchored by delicious food that's shared with great company.

Join our team and bring your culinary expertise to create memorable dining experiences for our guests!