Line Cook- Pearland

Pearland, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee discount

Retirement Plan

flexible scheduling

Career development opportunities

Job Description

Fish City Grill is a vibrant and well-established seafood restaurant known for its commitment to delivering high-quality seafood dishes with a focus on freshness, taste, and excellent customer service. Established as a popular dining destination, Fish City Grill prides itself on combining a contemporary coastal atmosphere with classic seafood flavors, making it a favorite among seafood lovers and families alike. As a company, Fish City Grill emphasizes a culture rooted in servant leadership, teamwork, and dedication to culinary excellence, creating a workplace where employees can thrive and grow professionally. The establishment upholds strict standards for food safety, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for all patrons.

The Line Cook role at Fish City Grill is essential in maintaining these standards by preparing, cooking, and presenting seafood dishes with precision and care. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts, particularly seafood cuisine, and who take pride in working in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen environment. The Line Cook will follow recipes and procedures precisely, ensuring food quality, portion control, and presentation meet the restaurant's specifications. They will work closely with kitchen staff to maintain organization and efficiency while adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.

This full-time position demands a proactive attitude and a strong work ethic, as the Line Cook plays a key role in delivering an exceptional dining experience. Responsibilities include setting up stations, managing prep work, utilizing kitchen equipment safely, and maintaining a service-oriented approach. Candidates should have at least six months to a year of experience in a fast-paced kitchen setting, preferably with knowledge of seafood preparation techniques. Physical stamina is also necessary, as the role requires standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and maintaining alertness throughout the shift.

Fish City Grill highlights the importance of working with P.R.I.D.E. – an acronym that stands for Passion, Respect, Integrity, Diligence, and Excellence – which guides all team members in their daily work and interactions. Employees are encouraged to embrace a "do whatever it takes" mentality, providing excellent hospitality and fostering a positive customer experience. Beyond core cooking duties, Line Cooks support team efforts by assisting with receiving orders, maintaining storage organization, and cross-training in other line positions. This comprehensive approach helps ensure smooth kitchen operations and high service standards during peak hours.

Overall, the role offers an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who value quality, teamwork, and customer service in a well-respected seafood restaurant. Fish City Grill supports its staff with a culture that promotes learning, development, and dedication to delivering great food and unforgettable dining moments.

Job Requirements

High school degree or GED preferred
Culinary degree or equivalent preferred
Six months to one year minimum experience as a prep/line cook in a full service restaurant
Must have knowledge of cooking techniques utilized in the scope of the prep/line position applying for
Good reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills
Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Good judgment and decision making abilities
Must work well with limited supervision within specific position functions but must be able to interact with other team members to accomplish work
Must be able to spend 100% of working time standing, walking, and reaching
Must be able to push, pull and lift objects from a lower to higher position or move objects horizontally
Must be able to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching in narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces
Must be able to climb and ascend or descend ladders, stairs, and ramps
Must be able to carry loads greater than 50 pounds frequently
Must be able to communicate clearly with customers in the primary language of the restaurant
Hearing sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction
Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Job Qualifications

High school degree or GED preferred
Culinary degree or equivalent preferred
Six months to one year minimum experience as a prep/line cook in a full service restaurant
knowledge of cooking techniques utilized in the scope of the prep/line position applying for
Good reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills
Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Good judgment and decision making abilities
Must work well with limited supervision within specific position functions while interacting with team members to accomplish work

Job Duties

Live by a servant leadership philosophy to always serve others first
Understand and comply with all company policies, procedures, and operating standards
Maintain energy, enthusiasm, passion and P.R.I.D.E. throughout the shift
Maintain a safe, sanitary, and secure environment at all times by cleaning and sanitizing your work station before, during, and after your shift
Use and maintain kitchen equipment, tools, and utensils safely and only for their intended purpose
Return all kitchen equipment, tools, and utensils to their appropriate storage location when no longer in use
Prioritize and complete all assigned prep work, sidework, and station set up for maximum productivity and efficiency
Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications
Refer to the Line Check when setting up the station and checking product quality
Adhere to ticket times and flow to ensure customers get the highest quality product at all times
Maintain accurate food knowledge of all menu items by being able to describe the ingredients and known allergens
Maintain cost control procedures including efficient energy management procedures within your control
Handle product properly according to safe food handling procedures at all times
Follow proper hand washing methods
Keep food out of the Danger Zone
Adhere to Critical Temperatures for items
Assist with receiving, rotating, labeling, and storing product according to FIFO
Assist in conducting a freezer pull
Avoid cross-contamination
Adhere to standards of handling and holding food products
Utilize all tools properly
Use knives properly
wear a cut glove when appropriate
Handle and use scales properly
Use appropriate colored cutting boards and measuring tools
Calibrate and use a thermometer
Read and follow all recipes
Accurately record waste
Provide awesome hospitality to all customers
Always have a “do whatever it takes” personality
Give the customer the right of way
Smile at all customers you encounter
Remove gloves and apron before entering the front of the house
Perform secondary responsibilities
Assist other line cooks by bringing products and equipment to the line
Learn other line positions to foster teamwork during high volume meal periods
Help manager with receiving and storing orders
Maintain clean, organized walk-ins, freezers, and other storage locations
Complete assigned opening, ongoing, and closing sidework
Notify a manager of all customer complaints
Remain calm at all times
Perform any other tasks or duties as assigned by a manager