Line Cook at Bakery & Café — Growth & Perks

maman | casa linda; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Healthcare options

In-store discounts and cookies

Job summary

Maman is a French bakery, café and lifestyle brand seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate high-quality items in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll ensure consistency, safety, and a superb guest experience through precise execution of all maman menu items.

Ideal candidates bring line cook or prep cook experience, understand basic cooking techniques, and can follow recipes with strong time management and a sense of urgency.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook, prep cook, or kitchen experience (café, bakery, or casual dining preferred).
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion guidelines, and operational procedures.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong sense of urgency is essential.
• Experience in a bakery or café setting.
• Food Handler’s Certification or ServSafe Certification.
• Familiarity with pastry preparation or basic baking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with maman’s recipe, portioning, and service standards.
• Assist with daily prep, including chopping, measuring, and assembling ingredients.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, mixers, and slicers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor food levels and restock stations as needed throughout service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards (ServSafe or equivalent guidelines) and complete line checks to maintain compliance.
• Label, date, and store food items properly to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries as needed.
• Communicate any issue to the Kitchen Leader promptly to ensure the quality and esthetic of maman’s menu items retain quality and consistency.
• Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate food production during service periods.
• Support FOH team when required to maintain smooth operations.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with team members and leadership.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.
• Perform additional tasks and ad hoc projects as assigned to support daily operations.
• Have a guest first attitude, paying keen attention to special orders and dietary requests including allergens and restrictions.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and consistently before it is served.

Skills

Line cook experience

Kitchen safety

Time management

Multitasking

Recipes adherence

Bakery/café experience

Food Handler Certification

Pastry basics

Tools

Job description

Maman is a French bakery, café and lifestyle brand seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate high-quality items in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll ensure consistency, safety, and a superb guest experience through precise execution of all maman menu items.

Ideal candidates bring line cook or prep cook experience, understand basic cooking techniques, and can follow recipes with strong time management and a sense of urgency.