Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro with Growth

Barfly; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips included

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

HopCat in East Lansing is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare menu items from approved recipes with speed and precision. You will read tickets, apply modifications, and maintain a clean, organized station throughout each shift.

The role emphasizes safety, consistency, and high-quality food, with opportunities for growth and employee discounts. BarFly supports a collaborative team and flexible scheduling in a dynamic restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Previous line-cook or high-volume kitchen experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to learn recipes, station procedures, equipment, and food-safety standards.
• Dependability and the ability to follow direction while working with urgency.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items using approved recipes and cooking procedures.
• Read tickets and execute modifications accurately.
• Follow FIFO, labeling, dating, holding, cooling, and allergen procedures.
• Monitor product levels and communicate needs before running out.
• Maintain equipment, utensils, floors, surfaces, and storage areas.
• Record waste and avoid unauthorized food consumption or take-home product.
• Assist other stations and complete assigned prep when business needs require.

Skills

Line cooking

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

HopCat in East Lansing is seeking a dedicated line cook to prepare menu items from approved recipes with speed and precision. You will read tickets, apply modifications, and maintain a clean, organized station throughout each shift.

The role emphasizes safety, consistency, and high-quality food, with opportunities for growth and employee discounts. BarFly supports a collaborative team and flexible scheduling in a dynamic restaurant environment.