Line Cook: Night Shift Prep & Plating Pro

American Social - Orlando; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social - Orlando is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to support food preparation, maintain station cleanliness, and follow recipes and portioning standards. You will read order tickets, prioritize items, accommodate guest requests, and ensure timely completion of each dish.

Candidates must be 18+, fluent in English, and hold a valid food handling certificate. Shifts can include late nights, up to 12 AM–3 AM, with a focus on safety, sanitation, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write.
• Food handling certificate required.
• Ability to work late-night shifts (potentially up to 12 AM–3 AM).

Responsibilities

• Live and embrace American Social vision and core values.
• Reports to work on time and prepared for the shift.
• Follows all image and appearance standards.
• Monitors product supply and replenishes stock when necessary.
• Reads order tickets and determines items to prepare.
• Prioritizes cooking and prep times for proper guest meal pacing.
• Accommodates guests' special requests.
• Prepares food items using recipes, proper portions, and standards.
• Uses FIFO to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Maintains high production standards: consistency, firmness, temp.
• Ensures food is cooked to standards and guest specs.
• Ensures proper plate presentation and portioning.
• Uses proper cooking equipment and completes orders.
• Cleans station surfaces and remains sanitized.
• Assists other employees; maintains a positive attitude.
• Adheres to safety, sanitation, and admin procedures.
• Communicates clearly with team; completes weekly maintenance duties.
• Completes all tasks assigned by managers.

Education

Food handling certificate

Job description

American Social - Orlando is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to support food preparation, maintain station cleanliness, and follow recipes and portioning standards. You will read order tickets, prioritize items, accommodate guest requests, and ensure timely completion of each dish.

Candidates must be 18+, fluent in English, and hold a valid food handling certificate. Shifts can include late nights, up to 12 AM–3 AM, with a focus on safety, sanitation, and teamwork.