Line Cook

Local Favorite Restaurants; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Local Favorite Restaurants is seeking a kitchen team member to cook and assemble dishes per brand standards. You will work on broilers, ovens, grills, and other equipment, ensuring quality and timely service.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, and a willingness to assist with prep and closing duties. Certification as a Food Handler and reliable transportation are essential.

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.
• Must be able to stand for long periods (up to 8 hours).
• Must be able to lift bags, cases, up to 40 pounds, many times per shift.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and work cooperatively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items according to brand recipe standards.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations.
• Portion food according to standard sizes and recipes.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station and equipment.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handle, store, label, and rotate products properly.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close the kitchen properly and follow closing checklists.
• Maintain a safe working environment per safety laws and company policies.
• Understand safe food and equipment handling and BOH standards.
• Report unsafe conditions to management.
• Ensure all dishes and equipment are clean and organized.
• Be a team player and contribute to cleanliness and upkeep.
• Complete setups, side work, and closing duties as assigned.

Skills

Food handling

Team player

Standing long periods

Reliable transport

Age 17+

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.
• Share the love of all FRG Brands.
• 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