Line Cook, Lebanese Cuisine in Detroit
Overview
You will own one or more kitchen stations at AK Detroit, the fresh-casual expansion of Anita's Kitchen in the heart of Detroit's Financial District. Seasoned chefs and line cooks thrive here, working in a multi-stationed kitchen with Grill, Flat Top, Fryer, Oven, and Sandwich Assembly. You will join a team that has perfected traditional Lebanese family recipes for 38+ years, bringing gracious hospitality to every plate. This role stands out for its independent, growing company culture and clear path to professional advancement.
What You'll Do8
- 1Present and perform with a positive attitude, treating AK teammates and guests with respect.
- 2Facilitate and complete orders, answer questions, and make cuisine recommendations when appropriate.
- 3Become proficient at your assigned station and learn additional stations across the kitchen.
- 4Work as a team under the KM to ensure orders are delivered correctly and on time.
- 5Know ticket times for all items and identify which take the least and longest time to prepare.
- 6Set up, operate, and break down your assigned station and all food production equipment properly.
- 7Keep all work areas (prep, storage, cook) clean, sanitized, and organized.
- 8Rotate, label, and date all stored foods to maintain the freshest high-quality ingredients.
Requirements8
- 12+ years of experience as a Line Cook or related position.
- 2Courteous and helpful attitude that exemplifies the team's service goal.
- 3Effective communication of pertinent information.
- 4Strong organizational habits and a team-first mentality.
- 5Follow recipe and production specifications while producing high quality food under pressure.
- 6Complete assigned station training requirements under the direction of immediate supervisor(s).
- 7Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking) and basic math skills.
- 8Ability to frequently lift and transport up to 40 pounds (non-slip shoes required).
Salary Insight
$40 - $50k per year
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