Line Cook - Food Prep, Safety & Kitchen Mastery

City of Grapevine; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, holiday, and sick leave

Medical, dental, life insurance

City benefits package

Job summary

The City of Grapevine is seeking a motivated Prep/Line Cook to support a high-volume restaurant kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and assist with daily food production to deliver quality dishes to customers.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety standards, and work with a team to ensure timely service. Must pass background checks and obtain a food handler's certificate within 10 days of hire; a regular full-time schedule is offered.

Qualifications

• One year minimum experience as a Prep/Line Cook in a full-service restaurant preferred.
• Must obtain a food handler’s certificate from the state/county within 10 days of hire.
• Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check and credit check.
• Pre-employment physical, drug screen, and functional assessment (Level 2) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food according to recipes and standards.
• Trains and retrains all areas of food preparation, safety and sanitation.
• Maintains safe food handling procedures at all times.
• Knows ingredients and allergens for all menu items.
• Sets up, clears and breaks down work stations.
• Washes and disinfects kitchen areas and equipment.
• Checks appliance and food temperatures for accuracy.
• Operates standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Interacts professionally with the public and coworkers.
• Arrives on time in proper uniform and ready to work.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Knife skills

Kitchen equipment operation

Reading and conversion

Information absorption

Judgment and teamwork

Adaptability

Verbal and written instructions

Food quality maintenance

Guest service decisions

Attendance and punctuality

Interpersonal relations

Night/weekend/overtime readiness

Job description

The City of Grapevine is seeking a motivated Prep/Line Cook to support a high-volume restaurant kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and assist with daily food production to deliver quality dishes to customers.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety standards, and work with a team to ensure timely service. Must pass background checks and obtain a food handler's certificate within 10 days of hire; a regular full-time schedule is offered.