If you have a passion for hospitality, connecting with people, and serving great food on the cutting edge of hot trends, Silver Diner is the place for you!

At Silver Diner, we believe in a culture where we put our people first and empower them to thrive both professionally and personally.

Our dedication to nurturing our growth through the growth of our people leads the industry for internal promotions, with more than 60% of our managers and ALL of our General Manager and Area Directors having been promoted from within. We offer more than a job for today. We offer a career path for the future!

We are looking for contagiously friendly, warm, and energetic people to be the heart of our kitchens.

Our line cooks prepare a feast for the eyes from recipes created by our award-winning executive chef Ype Von Hengst. This position is a fit for anyone looking to grow a career in the culinary arts. You will learn about flavor profiles and food trends from around the world, every station in the kitchen, and the opportunity for growth and promotion through our hat development program.

Career development ladder with opportunities to learn new skills in the kitchen and promotions. Weekends and holiday availability is required for this position.

Be a part of one of the busiest restaurants in America and grow with one of the hottest concept category leaders today!

About Silver Diner Development LLC: A USA Today Top Workplace 2024 Winner! One of Washington Post's 'Most Diverse Places to Work'. Winner of the Blackbox Intelligence Best Practices Award Employer of Choice for Family Dining in 2020, 2022, and 2023!

Silver Diner is a leader in the casual dining segment. Our award-winning Fresh & Local Menu with surprising flexitarian & healthy options bridges the gap between tablecloth restaurants and ho-hum fast food. We make our cuisine with the highest quality ingredients from our direct partnerships with over 15 local farms that focus on organic and sustainable farming.

We firmly believe: People Are Our Most Precious Resource.

The following position description is not all-inclusive and is subject to change.

The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of Silver Diner menu items to be served complying with applicable sanitation, health, & personal hygiene standards and in accordance with Silver Diner specs.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure every menu is prepared & plated completely to spec.
• Cooking procedures are followed.
• Know specs for all menu items in your station.
• Stock ingredients & supplies ahead of need and as you go.
• Complete temperature checks prior to & after the rush.
• Maintain a clean & organized station, clean as you go.
• Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, health & personal hygiene standards.
• Store ingredients properly at all times & employing FIFO (First In, First Out).
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to KM.
• Work as part of a team, communicating clearly and constructively.

Brand Delivery:

• Be on time for work.
• Maintain a positive, fun-oriented attitude to your work.
• Keep yourself, your uniform and your station sparkling clean at all times.
• Strictly follow all uniform standards.
• Knowledge of SMG scoring standards for Quality, Speed of Service & Accuracy of Order.
• Know the Silver Diner Food Brand statement.

Cost Balancing:

• Properly portion all menu items according to spec.
• Ensure all menu items are purchased. No menu item is prepared without being entered into the POS.
• Track any waste.

Other Duties & Tasks:

• Perform any additional duties or tasks as reasonably assigned by managers.

Performance Measures:

• Ticket times of less than 15 to 20 minutes.
• Guests satisfaction with food quality & presentation.
• Timely re-cooks.
• Station cleanliness & organization.

Required Education:

Silver Diner values education from on-the-job learning demonstrated through consistent career growth as well as formal education.

Required Experience:

• Minimum: 1-2 years experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Prior experience as a Cook is a plus but not required.

Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic.
• Organized.
• Sense of urgency.
• Able to multi-task.
• Able to think & act quickly while maintaining self-composure.
• Able to meet all schedule requirements.

Physical Requirements:

The work area includes: food, refrigeration, knives, toasters, microwaves, steam kettles, broilers, ovens, flattops, steam tables, plates/bowls, slippery floors, and, at times, high temperatures. It is a physically intense environment requiring stamina and the ability to tolerate heat, walk-in coolers, lift/maneuver boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, and stand/walk on hard surfaces for 10-12 hours per day.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Meal Discounts.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Work shoe discounts.
• Opportunity for Growth through promotions.

• Minimum 1-2 years experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
• Exceptional aptitude for Guest Service.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Contagiously friendly, outgoing & energetic.
• Organized with a sense of urgency.
• Able to multi-task and maintain self-composure.
• Prior experience as a Cook is a plus but not required.