Line Cook

PJW Restaurant Group; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PJW Restaurant Group is now hiring Full Time Line Cooks at PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in West Chester, PA! Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining a friendly attitude.

Responsibilities include preparing food using various cooking methods, ensuring a clean workstation, and maintaining food quality standards. This role requires lifting up to 40 pounds and standing for extended periods. Join us for a rewarding opportunity in a community-oriented restaurant!

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly with managers and staff.
• Able to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Work standing for long periods (up to 9 hours).

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items using various cooking methods.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Handle and store all products properly.
• Portion food products prior to cooking.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak periods.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Standing for long periods

Job description

Now hiring Full Time Line Cooks at PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in West Chester, PA!

Reports to: Assistant KM/ KM

With a name that pays tribute to our founder’s grandfather, each PJ Whelihan’s has a somewhat unique feel, but all are neighborhood establishments that deliver a great guest experience. Inside you’ll find an impressive TV package that helps make PJ’s the best place to catch all the sports action around a busy bar with a huge selection of beer on tap, including PJW Copper Lager, the signature house beer brewed by Victory Brewing Company. PJs famous wings are a community tradition that has built loyal customers and true fans.

PJWRG Must Have KEY Personalities:

• SMILE! A friendly attitude, charismatic energy, and social personality is NEEDED for success in any role with our company.
• Someone who takes pride in their appearance and the way they present themselves to others is a must when you’re running the show with PJWRG! We’re looking for someone who puts their best foot forward every single day.
• Staying “calm, cool, and collected”. Your composure and ability to handle pressure in a high-volume atmosphere is something that will keep the guests coming back time and time again.
• Our ideal employee is a leader in every sense. You MUST be responsible and confident in your position, its requirements and how you intend to carry out your duties!

Line Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Know and comply with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing the kitchen.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Line Cook Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).