Part-Time Line Cook: Precision, Taste & Teamwork

TKS Restaurants; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

TKS Restaurants in Fremont, CA is seeking a part-time Line Cook to support day-to-day kitchen operations, follow recipes, and maintain a clean, sanitary work area. The role emphasizes quality control, portioning, and timely service in a fast-paced setting.

You will oversee line cooks under supervision, manage inventory, assist with purchasing, and help standardize recipes to maximize servings while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Must be comfortable with MS Word and Excel.
• Must have a HS diploma or GED or a professional diploma in food services management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate activities of food preparation and purchases.
• Follow recipes, controls, portions and presentation specifications.
• Specify servings to control portion costs in a sanitary, timely manner.
• Oversee kitchen staff and ensure cleanliness of kitchen and equipment.
• Oversee line cooks and ensure appearance standards.
• Inventory, storage and distribution of food and supplies.
• Purchase food and kitchen supplies as needed.
• May set prices with supervisor approval.
• Plan, change and standardize recipes to increase servings with approval.
• Track and report food waste.
• Prepare and portion foods; utilize leftovers and surpluses.

Skills

Ingredients knowledge

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication

Accuracy

Customer service

Initiative

Relationship building

Valid driver\'s license

Eligible to work in the US

Education

High school diploma or GED

Professional diploma in food services management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TKS Restaurants in Fremont, CA is seeking a part-time Line Cook to support day-to-day kitchen operations, follow recipes, and maintain a clean, sanitary work area. The role emphasizes quality control, portioning, and timely service in a fast-paced setting.

You will oversee line cooks under supervision, manage inventory, assist with purchasing, and help standardize recipes to maximize servings while controlling costs.