Line Cook

famousdavescareers; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's in Mesa, AZ is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain high-quality menu items according to company recipes and standards. You will ensure safety, sanitation and timeliness in food preparation and service.

Responsibilities include staying on schedule, maintaining cleanliness, precise portioning, and collaborating with teammates to stock and prep as needed. Flexibility to work nights, days, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload.

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

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

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