Line Cook

Created by True Food Kitchen, True Food Market is your local go-to for real food, great meals, and essential items and provisions, that fuel your busy life.

It is the line cook’s primary responsibility to prepare and cook the highest quality food consistently and efficiently, as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. The line cook will also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked and non-cooked items, cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen inclusive of dish and other duties needed for a successful shift.  The line cook plays an integral part in the success of the restaurant. 

What you can look forward to!

• We have a successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to get you to that next position in your career.
• AM/PM and Mid-day shifts available.
• Part time & Full time available per person. 
• Part time team members are offered access to affordable, quality health care.
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies. 
• Access to expert guidance, which offers to help you and your family address and resolve everyday issues.
• Restaurant Dining Discount.
• Paid volunteer time to support your community and favorite charities.
• Eligible to give to and receive from the True Giving fund that supports life changing events. 

We look for people who:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking; at least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, loud environment for long periods of time
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular and continuous basis
• Must follow safety procedures closely
• Must have availability to work on holidays and/or weekends

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and cook a variety of meats, seafood, poultry and vegetables using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques
• Assume responsibility for quality of products served
• Know and comply consistently with portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation and corresponding equipment
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handle, store, and rotate all products according to standards
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Open and close the kitchen properly, assist others and follow checklists for kitchen stations
• Understand and follow proper rules of hygiene and food safety measures
• Participate in proactive communication to help avoid and solve issues
• Assist in dish pit by removing clean dishes from the dish station and stocking them in appropriate areas
• Flex during shift to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed

Who we are

At True Food Kitchen, we believe in the power of whole, real food. We partner with each of our growers, ranchers and producers so that every ingredient meets our TRUE standards. That means better food for our guests and the planet. By crafting "Real Food for Real Life" we embody our purpose: empowering more people to eat real food. 

Purpose: Real Food for Real Life

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If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.