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Maggiano's Little Italy

Line Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Great pay
overtime eligibility
Paid sick leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
FREE Education assistance

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a renowned chain of Italian-American restaurants deeply rooted in tradition and quality, often described as an extended family rather than just a chain. Each Maggiano's location is designed to reflect the historical essence of its host city while maintaining the authentic spirit of Italian cuisine. The restaurants feature high-energy, full-service dining rooms that evoke the atmosphere of pre-war Little Italy, complemented by elegant banquet facilities and convenient customer-friendly carryout options. This distinctive environment ensures that every visit to Maggiano's Little Italy offers an authentic and memorable dining experience centered around family recipes and scratch cooking. As... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years restaurant experience or equivalent
  • knowledge and experience in food preparation
  • punctuality and ability to meet schedule
  • friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • clean and well manicured appearance
  • ability to safely lift and transport containers up to 30 pounds
  • ability to stand or walk entire shift
  • ability to navigate slick, uneven surfaces and stairs safely
  • ability to stock and retrieve items
  • ability to move safely throughout restaurant
  • acceptance of constructive criticism
  • flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays
  • ability to work in limited space with variable ventilation and extreme temperatures

Job Qualifications

  • Prefer a minimum of 2 years restaurant experience or the equivalent
  • knowledge and experience in the preparation of food items
  • ability to meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • ability to project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • provide a clean, well manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • ability to safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
  • ability to stand or walk for an entire shift
  • ability to safely transport items to and from the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface and stairs where applicable
  • ability to retrieve and stock shelves and coolers
  • ability to safely move about in all areas of the restaurant
  • willing to accept constructive criticism
  • availability to work a variable and flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
  • capability to perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures

Job Duties

  • Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests and presentations
  • prepare ingredients needed for recipes of menu items
  • master functions specific to menu item preparation requirements
  • safely use equipment as necessary in preparation of menu items
  • read a thermometer correctly and accurately
  • safely and efficiently use knives and other utensils necessary to complete preparation of menu items
  • set up correct serving ware for specific position
  • operate all functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary
  • maintain menu item counts and communicate to coordinator when getting low
  • maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety
  • maintain food quality standards
  • communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers
  • perform calmly and effectively under pressure
  • perform more than one task at a time
  • perform varied duties to ensure proper heart of house operation according to standing operating procedure
  • acquire and wear appropriate uniform as prescribed
  • work under more than average stressful conditions
  • make appropriate judgment calls under stressful conditions
  • ensure that all menu items are correctly accounted for on computer register system
  • maintain clean and orderly work area throughout shift and leave it ready for business for the following shift
  • follow proper hand washing procedures
  • follow sanitation guidelines according to standing operation procedures

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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