Line Cook (Fort Worth)

Ascension; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Coffee in Fort Worth is seeking a line cook to execute fast-casual menu items in a high-volume kitchen. You will follow build sheets and recipes, set up and stock stations, and work closely with the BOH team.

The role emphasizes speed, accuracy, and maintaining a sanitary area, with ticket times under eight minutes. Must have food handler certification or be willing to obtain one; experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a line cook or prep cook in a high-volume or fast-casual restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to produce items with accuracy and speed (8-minute ticket times).
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work 8-hour shifts or longer.
• Must have a valid Food Handler’s certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to company specifications (build sheets & recipes).
• Set up and stock stations prior to service.
• Restock station before completing shift, and prep for subsequent shift.
• Adhere to Kitchen Manager and General Manager’s instructions.
• Maintain a sanitary work area.
• Ensure that food comes out to spec consistently and under an 8 minute ticket time.

Skills

Line cook experience

Fast-paced environment

Food preparation accuracy

Teamwork

Instruction following

8-hour shifts

Education

Food Handler certification

Job description

At Ascension Coffee, we are passionate about sourcing and roasting the world’s finest coffee with a

focus on supporting women farmers. Our cafés deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality

experience, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere.

About the role

Ascension’s Line Cooks execute fast-casual menu items in a high-volume environment. Ascension employs cooks that are quick, consistent, cleanly and which support the BOH team.

What you'll do

• Prepare menu items according to company specifications (build sheets & recipes).
• Set-up and stock stations prior to service.
• Re-stock station before completing shift, and prep for subsequent shift.
• Adhere to Kitchen Manager and General Manager’s instructions.
• Maintain a sanitary work area.
• Ensure that food comes out to spec consistently and under an 8 minute ticket time.

Qualifications

• 3 year of experience as a line cook or prep cook in a high volume or fast casual restaurant.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing menu items (under 8 minute ticket times).
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts or longer.

Must either have a valid Food Handler’s certificate or be willing to take the test to receive one