Line Cook

StaffedUp; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free or discounted meals

Growth opportunities

Job summary

StaffedUp is seeking a motivated Line Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen in Michigan. You will prepare and cook menu items with precision, contribute to a clean, organized workstation, and help maintain high standards of food quality and safety. Excellent teamwork is essential for smooth service.

We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay based on experience, and opportunities for growth and advancement. If you take pride in your work and thrive under pressure, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of cooking methods and equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and follow directions precisely.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
• Dependable and team-oriented with high cleanliness and food quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
• Ensure all dishes meet presentation, portion, and quality standards.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with prep work, inventory rotation, and deliveries as needed.
• Communicate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Stay calm and efficient during high-volume shifts and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Knife skills

Time management

Teamwork

Food safety

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen where precision, teamwork, and timing matter? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Line Cook to help deliver consistently great food and keep the kitchen running smoothly. If you take pride in your work, love being part of a tight-knit team, and are passionate about quality, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and cook menu items with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ensure all dishes meet presentation, portion, and quality standards
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked workstation
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures, keeping health standards top of mind
• Assist with prep work, inventory rotation, and receiving deliveries as needed
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service
• Stay calm and efficient during high-volume shifts and work collaboratively with the team

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen preferred
• Strong knife skills and working knowledge of a variety of cooking methods and equipment
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and follow directions precisely
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Dependable, team-oriented, and committed to high standards of cleanliness and food quality

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Fast-paced, supportive kitchen environment
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunities for growth, training, and advancement
• Flexible scheduling
• Free or discounted meals during shifts