Line Cook

famousdavescareers; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's in Madison, WI is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain high-quality menu items per our recipes. You will ensure food safety, sanitation, and timeliness while supporting daily kitchen operations.

You will work with a team to ensure proper portions, efficient prep, and orderly stock. Flexibility for nights, days, weekends, and holidays is required to meet restaurant needs.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Timeliness: Station ready to work at scheduled time and proper uniform.
• Pace: Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps.
• Recipe Adherence: 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any production step.
• Portioning: Use scales and measuring tools; perform portion control tests.
• Cleanliness: Maintain kitchen and equipment in like-new condition; clean as you go.
• Productivity: Quantity and quality of work measured; meet throughput targets.
• Organization: Maintain orderly work area; stock supplies for rushes.
• Teamwork: Coordinate with team to ensure smooth operation.
• Safety: Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to OSHA guidelines.
• Safe food handling: Follow food safety practices at all times.
• Receiving and stocking: Handle receiving, rotation, and stocking of food.
• Prep support: Assist as needed to support overall production.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Safe food handling

Job description

Job Summary:

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities:

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications:

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays