Line Cook

J. Alexander's Restaurants; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with Company Match

Team Member discounts

Job summary

J. Alexander's Restaurants in Livonia, Michigan is seeking Line Cooks to join our team. We pride ourselves on our scratch-made wood-fired cuisine and are looking for candidates who excel in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Line Cook, you will manage ticket orders, execute proper food temperatures, and ensure sanitation protocols are followed.

Flexible hours, comprehensive benefits, and advancement opportunities are offered. Join us in delivering an exceptional dining experience!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• 1 year of kitchen experience preferred, but not required.
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage ticket orders for proteins.
• Follow proper food temperatures and sanitation protocols.
• Maintain a clean station and workspace.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

LINE COOK

J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch made wood‑fired cuisine. We strive to provide the highest‑quality food and service in the hospitality industry, while fostering a culture of working hard, paying attention to details, and providing our guests with the best, all‑around dining experience possible. We have immense pride in being a leader in the hospitality industry. It’s a part of the company DNA.

Why Choose Us

• Part‑time or full‑time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay.
• Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members – including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plus voluntary benefits.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate school, life and family.
• Advancement Opportunities.
• Team Member discounts.
• 401(k) with Company Match

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment.
• 1 yr. previous kitchen / culinary / chef experience is preferred, but not required. Pay is based on experience and skill.
• Experience and knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to knives, slicer, mixer, stoves, and ovens required.
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts.

Job Description

Our restaurants operate professional, fast‑paced, scratch kitchens. We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution. Our restaurants typically include an open‑kitchen layout with visibility from the dining room.

• Coordination of designated positions requires strong communication and teamwork with other employees, including assembler, expo, and all members of management.
• Manage ticket orders for proteins and is responsible for the execution of proper food temps and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and workspace.
• Proper sanitation protocols must be followed.
• Responsibilities also include opening duties and closing cleaning duties.

We are an Equal Opportunity / E‑Verify Employer. This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. As an SPB Hospitality Team Member you may be asked to perform additional related duties to meet ongoing needs.