Line Cook

The Falls Kitchen; New Jersey; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Falls Kitchen in New Jersey is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate dishes with precision and creativity. You will work with ovens, grills and slicers, maintaining spotless stations and following safety standards to deliver high-quality meals.

We value strong knife skills, reliable team communication, and a passion for food safety. Full‑time, in-person work with a competitive hourly rate of $19–$25 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have previous restaurant or food service experience.
• Knowledge of dietary department standards preferred.
• Strong knife skills and recipe adherence are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Operate ovens, grills, fryers, and slicers safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils and cooking areas in food safety compliance.
• Assist in meal preparation during service periods, including slicing, chopping and plating.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate production and meet service deadlines.
• Follow food handling procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety.
• Support menu planning by providing input on ingredients and prep techniques.

Skills

Cooking

Knife skills

Communication

Food safety

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Fryers

Slicers

Job description

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Line Cook, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes with precision and creativity, ensuring every plate meets our high standards. Your expertise in food handling, safety, and kitchen operations will contribute to delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with fresh ingredients, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and grow within a vibrant food industry setting.. . Duties. . Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, fryers, and slicers. Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and cooking areas in compliance with food safety standards. Assist in meal preparation for service periods, including slicing, chopping, and plating dishes. Collaborate closely with kitchen staff to coordinate food production and meet service deadlines. Follow food handling procedures to ensure safety and prevent cross-contamination. Support menu planning efforts by providing input on ingredient availability and preparation techniques. Experience. . Previous experience in a restaurant or food service environment demonstrating strong cooking skills. Knowledge of dietary department standards and dietary aide practices preferred. Hands-on experience with food preparation, knife skills, slicing techniques, and recipe adherence. Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively. Understanding of food safety management practices and safety standards in production environments. Experience with catering or large-scale meal preparation is advantageous. Excellent communication skills to coordinate seamlessly with kitchen staff and front-of-house teams. Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour. . Work Location: In person

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time

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