Line Cook

Hirebridge; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Davenport is seeking a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) responsible for preparing menu items according to recipes and maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic kitchen team, involved in all kitchen roles, ensuring food safety and cleanliness. Ideal for individuals with a positive attitude and a desire to learn, this role offers a chance to grow in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and grow in the kitchen environment.
• Ability to handle food preparation equipment effectively.
• Capacity to respond to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established recipes.
• Complete assigned prep work and maintain workstation.
• Practice sanitary food handling and clean the work area.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reading and writing skills

Verbal communication skills

Mobility

Job description

Title: Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member)

Invitation

To love people by cooking up great tasting and great looking food. You’ll be responsible for your assigned prep work and cook’s station, while you maintain our high standards for product presentation, product quality and cook times. You’ll learn to prepare all menu items according to our recipes, and specifications and as a member of the Kitchen Team you will work-in and be cross‑trained in all kitchen department roles.

Specific Functions and Duties

• 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%*).

Qualification Standards

• 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.

Physical

There are physical demands that come with this role. To be successful in this role you’ll be regularly required to 1) navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests, 2) move and grasp items up to five pounds, 3) occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 4) bend and stoop. You must have adequate vision to be able to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen. To perform these essential functions, reasonable accommodations may be made if you have disabilities.

Thrive Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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