Position Summary The Applebees line cook completes all assigned prep work and set up the cooks station; maintains product presentations, products quality and cook standards while following all food safety guidelines; and prepares all menu items according to Applebees recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications. The line cook fosters a culture aligned with the TSFR Roadmap, including Our Core Purpose, Vision, Mission and Core Values.

Essential Job Functions Primary Duties:

Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at work station and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol Maintain a clean work station area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Manager to ensure effective and orderly operations of the restaurant.

Educational / Experience

1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant preferred but not required Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail Ability to read and follow cooking directions Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment Must be organized and self-motivated Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials up to 50 pounds Flexibility to work a variable schedule including weekends and evenings

Physical and Mental Requirements Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, walk, use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Psychological Demands:

The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to work in a team environment, handle a fast-paced environment and be flexible and willing to accept change. Must also have the ability to communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.

Work Environment:

The work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as it would not create undue hardship. On occasion, to perform the work it may be necessary to travel in an automobile to other locations in the field either alone or accompanied by a co-worker. TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

Brand:

Applebee's Address:

37004 Van Dyke Sterling Heights, MI

•48312

Property Description:

TAV8065

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Sterling Heights Property Number:

TAV8065

Pay:

$16.00

•$18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person