Line Cook - Create Memorable Dishes in Fast-Paced Kitchen

Applebee's; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Daily Pay

Paid training

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Community involvement

Job summary

Bar Louie is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You’ll prepare and cook menu items to our recipe and quality standards while keeping prep areas clean and organized.

You’ll collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth kitchen operations and communicate inventory needs as they arise. This role requires 1+ year of experience in a high-volume kitchen, ability to work evenings/holidays, and strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a cook in a high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Must be 18+ with HS diploma or GED; higher degree preferred.
• Proficiency with POS systems required.
• Current alcohol and food certifications meeting state requirements.
• Ability to verbally communicate in Spanish with crew.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and quality standards.
• Keep prep areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Communicate inventory needs as they arise.
• Follow strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Contribute to a dining experience where guests become regulars.

Skills

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Guest interaction

Physical stamina

Spanish communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Bar Louie is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You’ll prepare and cook menu items to our recipe and quality standards while keeping prep areas clean and organized.

You’ll collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth kitchen operations and communicate inventory needs as they arise. This role requires 1+ year of experience in a high-volume kitchen, ability to work evenings/holidays, and strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety.