Line Cook
On-siteFranklin, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Prepare all food items to order following Hawkers' standard recipes, plating specifications, and ticket time standards while maintaining par stock levels and rotating products per FIFO principles. Wash, clean, and properly handle raw food products in accordance with safety and sanitation standards, and operate fryers using complete timed cycles while reporting equipment issues. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift, and communicate proactively with team members regarding order status and product availability. Assist in training new kitchen team members on procedures and recipes, and perform additional duties as directed by leadership.
Required Qualifications
- At least 18 years of age
- 1–2 years of experience in a full-service or fast-casual kitchen environment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Strong ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency under pressure
- Must have or be willing to obtain a Food Handlers Certification
- Understanding of and commitment to OSHA and HACCP compliance standards
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach above shoulder level for the duration of a shift
- Must be comfortable working in an environment with exposure to extreme heat and cold temperatures (ovens, fryers, walk-in coolers/freezers)
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Must be able to work at a sustained, fast pace in a high-noise, high-activity kitchen environment
Desired Qualifications
- Experience cooking Asian cuisine or in a high-volume concept kitchen preferred
- Proficiency with basic knife skills and knife safety preferred
- Familiarity with kitchen management or quality assurance systems (e.g., Jolt) preferred
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