Line Cook — Meaningful Work & Ownership in the Kitchen

Upper Crust Food Service; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Gainesville, FL is seeking a cook who thrives in a busy kitchen and pays attention to detail. You will set up stations, prep ingredients, portion and finish dishes, and ensure everything leaving the plate looks as good as it tastes.

We value strong verbal and written communication, the ability to work under pressure, and a Food Safety certification or willingness to obtain one within 30 days. Background checks required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of food service experience preferred.
• Bulk food prep experience in a commercial kitchen setting a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfort working with a variety of personalities under pressure.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and prep ingredients for service.
• Dress and finish dishes before they go out.
• Portion and serve food to residents.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation standards per state and local regulations.
• Help unload, inspect, and store raw ingredients and supplies.
• Plan and execute special events as directed by management.
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Work under pressure

Team communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Gainesville, FL is seeking a cook who thrives in a busy kitchen and pays attention to detail. You will set up stations, prep ingredients, portion and finish dishes, and ensure everything leaving the plate looks as good as it tastes.

We value strong verbal and written communication, the ability to work under pressure, and a Food Safety certification or willingness to obtain one within 30 days. Background checks required.