Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen Prep & Plate Perfection

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Detroit is seeking a line cook to complete prep work, set up the cook's station, and prepare menu items according to Applebee's recipes and plate presentations. You will ensure quality, safety, and timely service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean station, controlling portions to manage costs, and assisting the Manager with additional tasks to support smooth restaurant operations.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant preferred but not required
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials up to 50 pounds
• Flexibility to work a variable schedule including weekends and evenings

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at work station and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Manager to ensure effective and orderly operations of the restaurant.

Skills

Knife handling

Cooking methods

Reading and following directions

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Organization

Stamina

Flexibility

Education

Experience cooking in a restaurant

Job description

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Detroit is seeking a line cook to complete prep work, set up the cook's station, and prepare menu items according to Applebee's recipes and plate presentations. You will ensure quality, safety, and timely service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean station, controlling portions to manage costs, and assisting the Manager with additional tasks to support smooth restaurant operations.