Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description: Line Cook

Come cook where neighborhood energy meets chef-driven tacos. At Lola’s Taco Bar—In Grosse Pointe Woods—we’re creating a vibrant fast-casual spot with heart. Our menu celebrates bold flavors and fresh ingredients, from authentic al pastor carved from a trompo to family-style rotisserie chicken dinners, colorful vegan and vegetarian dishes, build-your-own bowls and burritos, and margaritas made with fresh-squeezed lime juice.
You’ll be joining a culinary team with Michelin-star experience, bringing elevated techniques into an approachable, community-focused kitchen. As a line cook, you’ll be part of a team that values creativity, consistency, and pride in every plate. This is a chance to sharpen your skills, learn new techniques, and grow in a kitchen that blends elevated cooking with an approachable, community-focused vibe.
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What You'll Do:
Station Setup & Readiness
Arrive on time and ensure your station is properly set up with all necessary ingredients, tools, and equipment.
Follow all opening checklists to ensure food safety and readiness for service.
Prepare ingredients according to prep sheets and par levels.
Cooking & Food Execution
Execute food orders accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner during service.
Follow all recipes and plating standards to ensure quality and consistency.
Maintain awareness of ticket times and communicate effectively with the team during busy service periods.
Prep & Stocking
Assist with basic prep tasks as needed (cutting produce, portioning items, making sauces, etc.)
Restock your station throughout service to ensure uninterrupted operation.
Communicate low stock or missing items to the supervisor or manager on duty.
Cleanliness & Safety
Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout your shift.
Follow all health department guidelines and food safety standards.
Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, smallwares, utensils, and equipment as needed during slower periods or at the end of your shift.
Closing Duties (where applicable)
Break down your station at the end of service, properly labeling, dating, and storing leftover items.
Follow closing checklist to ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness for the next shift.
Take out trash, clean equipment, and ensure all surfaces are sanitized.
Basic Job Requirements
Ability to arrive on time and reliably follow a set schedule.
Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
Capacity to follow recipes, portioning guidelines, and plating standards accurately.
Willingness to perform both cooking and prep tasks (cutting, portioning, stocking, cleaning, etc.).
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Team-oriented attitude with good communication skills during busy service times.
Comfortable using basic kitchen tools and equipment safely.
Flexibility to assist with opening, service, and closing responsibilities as assigned.

$18.50 - $20.00 Hourly