Line Cook – Prep, Plate, and Kitchen Team Member

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Restaurant Group is seeking a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join its Applebee’s team in a family‑oriented, community‑focused environment. You will be responsible for your prep work and cook’s station, maintaining high standards for presentation, quality and cook times, and you will be cross‑trained across kitchen roles.

You’ll learn menu items from recipes and specifications, with emphasis on sanitary practices and timely execution.

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%*).

Skills

Positive attitude

Reading, writing and verbal comms

Mobility

Lift up to 25 lbs

Job description

Thrive Restaurant Group is seeking a Line Cook (Kitchen Team Member) to join its Applebee’s team in a family‑oriented, community‑focused environment. You will be responsible for your prep work and cook’s station, maintaining high standards for presentation, quality and cook times, and you will be cross‑trained across kitchen roles.

You’ll learn menu items from recipes and specifications, with emphasis on sanitary practices and timely execution.