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PJW Restaurant Group

Line Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $17.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

health benefits
employee discount
Paid training
Referral program
weekly pay
Employee perks program
holiday closures

Job Description

PJ Whelihan's Restaurant + Pub in Allentown, PA is part of the PGW Restaurant Group, a renowned hospitality company with over three decades of experience in creating unique neighborhood dining experiences. Each PJ Whelihan's location carries a distinctive atmosphere, but all share a common goal: to provide exceptional guest experiences. Known for its lively bar area, an impressive TV package perfect for sports enthusiasts, and a vast selection of beers on tap including the signature PJW Copper Lager brewed by Victory Brewing Company, PJ Whelihan's has established itself as a community staple. Their famous wings are not only a popular... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous cooking experience preferred but not required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
  • Must possess excellent communication skills
  • Ability to follow recipes and kitchen guidelines
  • Availability to work nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently
  • Capability to stand for extended periods

Job Qualifications

  • Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)
  • Weekend and night time availability is a must

Job Duties

  • Prepare items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
  • Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
  • Know and comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen policies
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
  • Handle, store and rotate all products properly
  • Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
  • Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
  • Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
  • Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
  • Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations
  • Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

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