Line Cook — Craft Quality Plates in a Busy Kitchen

PEG Companies, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PEG Companies, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our culinary team in Phoenix. You will prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes and presentation guidelines, while maintaining portion control and consistent quality.

Responsibilities include setting up workstations, ensuring cleanliness, and coordinating with chefs, servers, and teammates to ensure smooth service flow. A culinary background and food-handler certification help ensure safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Culinary training or degree preferred.
• Previous kitchen experience required.
• Must meet all local food handler certification requirements.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Ability and willingness to work a long, varied, and flexible schedule including weekends, days, nights, and holidays.
• Must tolerate prolonged standing, walking; occasional kneeling, bending, and stooping.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate menu items following recipes.
• Set up and stock workstations with supplies, equipment, and ingredients.
• Maintain portion control and consistency across dishes.
• Assist in preparing daily specials and banquets as needed.
• Ensure workstations and equipment are clean, sanitized, and organized at all times.
• Properly store, rotate, and label all food products to maintain freshness and safety.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and in accordance with training and safety protocols.
• Communicate with chefs, servers, and teammates to ensure smooth service flow.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Adhere to company policies for handling, storing, and disposing of food products.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment to prevent accidents and cross-contamination.
• Assist fellow cooks, chefs, and kitchen staff during busy service periods.
• Support inventory, prep work, and restocking efforts.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to maintain efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Multitasking

Work under pressure

Professional appearance

Flexibility

Education

Culinary training or degree

Job description

PEG Companies, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our culinary team in Phoenix. You will prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes and presentation guidelines, while maintaining portion control and consistent quality.

Responsibilities include setting up workstations, ensuring cleanliness, and coordinating with chefs, servers, and teammates to ensure smooth service flow. A culinary background and food-handler certification help ensure safety and excellence.