Line Cook Job Description The line cook's main duties include preparing and cooking food in a specific station, cleaning up prep areas and making sure the kitchen is stocked. The Line Cook plates dishes and completes basic food prepping tasks for the kitchen.

Line Cook Responsibilities

Reads food orders or receives verbal instructions on food required by guests, and prepares and cooks food according to instructions

Prepares and cooks to order foods requiring short preparation time

Provides the highest quality of service to customers at all times

Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, and grilling appetizers, flatbreads, grilled sandiches, salads, desserts, and more

Prepares foods by operating a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, washing, peeling, cutting, trimming and cutting meat, poultry or fish

Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment and must follow all company and regulatory rules and procedures.

Line Cook Skills and Qualifications

At least one year of cooking experience in a commercial kitchen

Excellent kitchen administration knowledge and ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong organization and active listening skills

Exceptional time management skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to obtain Food Safety Certification within 3 months of hire

Line Cook Physical Requirements and Other Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 lbs

Must be able to work nights and weekends