Line Cook

Village Burger Bar; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Burger Bar in Dallas, TX is seeking a kitchen team member to prepare and assemble dishes following brand standards. The role requires maintaining cleanliness and safety across the kitchen, helping with prep during peak and off-peak times, and ensuring all items are plated and presented to standard.

Candidates should hold a Certified Food Handler certificate, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate effectively with teammates to deliver quality meals to guests.

Qualifications

• Certified Food Handler as required by state regulation.
• Ability to work in hot, wet, and loud kitchen environments.
• Physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, seafood, vegetables and other items according to brand standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work station and equipment.
• Follow plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close kitchen properly and follow closing checklist.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Team player

Stamina

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Certified Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Job Purpose: To share the love of our brands by cooking and assembling dishes according to brand standards and uphold the restaurant’s high quality standards while actively contributing to the operation each and every shift.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment according to brand recipe standards.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products, based on rate of sale, at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores, labels, and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen station. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all local, state, and federal safety laws as well as Company safety policies.
• Understand safe food and equipment handling
• Understands and follows all BOH standards for safety and cleanliness.
• Report any unsafe working conditions or problems to Management.
• Ensure all dishes, cookware, equipment, and supplies are clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Be a team player.
• Assist in the cleanliness and upkeep of the restaurant.
• Complete and set-ups, side work, and/or closing duties assigned.
• Ensure safe food handling and general restaurant safety for Guests and Team Members.

Qualifications:

• Must be a certified Food Handler in respective state
• Must be able to work in hot, wet, humid, and loud environments for long periods of time
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Must be able to safely lift bags, cases, and stacks (up to 40 pounds) many times per shift.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with fellow Team Members
• Possess the ability to maintain effective working relationships with all Team Members