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Line Cook / Prep Cook

Applebee's Grill & Bar
Pekin, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/3/2026

Primary Responsibilities

  • Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook’s station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications.


Specific Functions and Duties

  • Prepares menu items according to Applebee’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (50%*).
  • Completes all assigned prep work (15%*).
  • Sets up workstation according to station diagram (15%*).
  • Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%*).
  • Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during and after shift (5%*).
  • Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%*).

BENEFITS

  • Employee meals 1/2 off
  • Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving
  • MEC Ins
  • 401K - ONLY IN ILLINOIS LOCATIONS (DOES NOT INCLUDE IOWA & WISCONSIN LOCATIONS)
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Online Universities
  • College Scholarships

REQUIREMENTS

  • Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
  • Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
  • Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
  • Mobility required during the entire shift.
  • Transports cases up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per day.
  • Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.
  • Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to employees, dining room staff, and guests.
  • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to six (6) hours in length. Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, etc., up to 40 pounds in weight.
  • Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication.
  • Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.

It all started in 1980 in Atlanta, Georgia


Bill and TJ Palmer opened the restaurant that would later become Applebee’s. We’ve grown up a lot since then, with almost 2,000 locations in the U.S. and around the world. Here you will always be welcome – for delicious food, in a neighborhood setting, with attentive service, at a great value.

Salary : $15 - $18

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