Line Cook & Kitchen Team Member — Learn, Grow, Serve

Hirebridge LLC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group is seeking a Line Cook to join our Kitchen Team. You’ll be responsible for your assigned prep work and cook’s station, maintaining our high standards for product presentation, quality, and cook times.

You’ll learn to prepare menu items according to our recipes and specifications, and you will be cross-trained in all kitchen department roles. You will work in a family atmosphere, learn operations and hospitality skills, and contribute to community-focused dining

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
• Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Mobility required during the entire shift.
• Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
• Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (50%*).
• Complete all assigned prep work (15%*).
• Set up workstation according to station diagram (15%*).
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%*).
• Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%*).
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%*).

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group is seeking a Line Cook to join our Kitchen Team. You’ll be responsible for your assigned prep work and cook’s station, maintaining our high standards for product presentation, quality, and cook times.

You’ll learn to prepare menu items according to our recipes and specifications, and you will be cross-trained in all kitchen department roles. You will work in a family atmosphere, learn operations and hospitality skills, and contribute to community-focused dining