Line Cook & Kitchen Team Member - Prep, Quality & Teamwork

Thrive Restaurant Group; Cedar Falls (IA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group is hiring a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join our family‑style team. You will handle your assigned prep work and cook’s station, maintain high standards for product presentation, quality and cook times, and learn to prepare all menu items per recipes and specifications.

Cross-training in kitchen roles is included. You’ll work in a fun, community‑oriented environment that emphasizes learning business, leadership and hospitality, with opportunities to grow within the

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• 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 hiring a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join our family‑style team. You will handle your assigned prep work and cook’s station, maintain high standards for product presentation, quality and cook times, and learn to prepare all menu items per recipes and specifications.

Cross-training in kitchen roles is included. You’ll work in a fun, community‑oriented environment that emphasizes learning business, leadership and hospitality, with opportunities to grow within the