Line Cook

Hirebridge; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-oriented restaurant group dedicated to serving the community and creating memorable dining experiences. As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing delicious menu items while upholding high standards of food quality and presentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn various kitchen roles in a supportive environment that values teamwork and personal growth. If you are passionate about food and eager to develop your culinary skills, this is the perfect place for you to thrive and make a difference in the lives of others through great food.

Qualifications

• Must possess a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle food preparation equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to recipes and specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen area.
• Complete assigned prep work and cleaning projects.

Skills

Positive attitude

Desire to learn and grow

Food preparation skills

Sanitary and safe food handling

Mobility

Communication skills

Tools

Knives

Slicing equipment

Food preparation equipment

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group is a family-owned restaurant company that’s been in business for over 50 years, and we’re looking for the next member of our family. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the communities in which we live. If you want to work in a fun family atmosphere and are interested in learning business, leadership, and hospitality, this is the place for you.

In Applebee’s, we’re known as Legacy Apple. Applebee’s has become synonymous with the neighborhood, which inspires us to be a good neighbor in the communities we serve, not just a great place to eat. Whether we’re helping save a high school prom, or raising money for children battling cancer, we’ve given over $5 million to strengthen the lives and relationships in our communities. Our guiding value is “Be a Good Neighbor”.

Title: Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member)

Invitation: To love people by cooking up great tasting and great looking food. You’ll be responsible for your assigned prep work and cook’s station, while you maintain our high standards for product presentation, product quality and cook times. You’ll learn to prepare all menu items according to our recipes and specifications, and as a member of the Kitchen Team, you will work-in and be cross-trained in all kitchen department roles.

Specific Functions and Duties:

• Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (50%*).
• Complete all assigned prep work (15%*).
• Set up workstation according to station diagram (15%*).
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%*).
• Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%*).
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%*).

Qualification Standards:

• A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
• Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility required during the entire shift.
• Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
• Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Physical Requirements:

There are physical demands that come with this role. To be successful in this role you’ll be regularly required to 1) navigate throughout the restaurant and communicate with guests, 2) move and grasp items up to five pounds, 3) occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 4) bend and stoop. You must have adequate vision to be able to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen. To perform these essential functions, reasonable accommodations may be made if you have disabilities.

Thrive Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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