Line Cook — High-Volume Pub Kitchen & Growth

PJW Restaurant Group; Mantua Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in Washington Township, NJ is hiring line cooks for a busy, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, ensuring standard portions and proper garnish.

Maintain a sanitary workstation and follow all kitchen rules and closing procedures. Responsibilities include stocking line stations, assisting with off-peak prep, and contributing ideas at employee meetings.

Qualifications

• Must have a friendly, energetic personality and be able to engage guests.
• Present a neat, professional appearance for every shift.
• Remain calm, cool and collected in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Ideal candidates will lead by example and take ownership of duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and marinating.
• Follow plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Know and comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods and kitchen rules.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and kitchen equipment.
• Handle, store and rotate products properly.
• Stock line stations with adequate food levels for smooth service.
• Portion food according to recipes and specifications.
• Ensure quality of all products served.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close the kitchen properly and assist others in closing tasks.
• Attend scheduled meetings and contribute improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Smile

Professional appearance

Calm under pressure

Leadership

Job description

PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in Washington Township, NJ is hiring line cooks for a busy, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, ensuring standard portions and proper garnish.

Maintain a sanitary workstation and follow all kitchen rules and closing procedures. Responsibilities include stocking line stations, assisting with off-peak prep, and contributing ideas at employee meetings.