Line Cook

Giant Eagle; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nashville is seeking a Prep Cook to prepare and season a variety of food items, ensuring high standards of food safety and excellent customer service. The role requires teamwork and a focus on quality, with responsibilities including food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and accommodating dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0 to 6 months in food preparation.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and season various food items following recipes.
• Support a culture of safety and customer service.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

A Prep Cook's primary responsibility is to prepare and season a variety of food items, such as meats, vegetables, soups, and seafood, in accordance with prescribed recipes. They will also provide excellent service in our kitchens, ensuring all customer requirements are met.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
• Experience Desired: Food safety awareness; prior food prep experience helpful; culinary awards or accreditation; culinary degree
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: ServSafe certification is a plus
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Support a culture of safety, including food safety, team member safety, and customer safety.
• Conduct all business with a focus on customer service, integrity, and delivering unparalleled service in every interaction.
• Promote an environment that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for team members, customers, vendors, and the community.
• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Receive food ingredients and supplies from the main kitchen and pantry as required for daily operations.
• Review the production schedule to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity, and assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities.
• Use our standard recipe card for preparing all products.
• Slice, grind, and cook meats and vegetables using various methods; test foods for quality.
• Carve and display meats, vegetables, fruits, and salads; replenish service lines as needed.
• Prepare food products for the cook's production.
• Complete production sheets and other records as required.
• Maintain a clean work area, utensils, and equipment.
• Accommodate individual customer requests regarding special dietary needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by management.
• Address daily problems related to equipment and food supplies, and ensure the proper disposition of spoiled or unattractive food and defective supplies or equipment.