Silver Brands
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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 growth through 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!
Company Mission & Values
Our people are our most precious resource. Our success depends on our people’s success as professionals and individuals.
We believe in executing our product 100% right and never serving any product to our customers that does not meet these high standards.
We strive never to say no to any guest’s request. We are passionate about delivering beyond expectations.
Growth and profits are an outgrowth of excellence in executing our mission; we will not grow at the expense of our mission.
About Silver Diner Development LLC
One of Washington Post's "Most Diverse Places to Work".
One of Full Service Restaurant Magazine's "20 Full Service Restaurants to Watch".
Winner of the 2020 TDn2K Best Practices Award for the Family Dining Category.
Silver Diner is a leader in the casual dining segment with an award‑winning Fresh & Local Menu featuring flexible, healthy options made from the highest quality ingredients sourced from over 15 local farms that focus on organic and sustainable farming.
Position Overview The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of Silver Diner menu items, ensuring compliance with sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards, and meeting Silver Diner specifications.
Responsibilities
Ensure:
Every menu item is prepared & plated completely to specification.
Cooking procedures are followed.
Know specs for all menu items at 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, cleaning as you go.
Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards.
Store ingredients properly, employing FIFO.
Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to Kitchen Manager.
Work as part of a team, communicating clearly and constructively.
Brand Delivery
Be on time for work.
Maintain a positive, fun‑oriented attitude toward work.
Keep yourself, your uniform, and your station spotless at all times.
Strictly follow all uniform standards.
Have knowledge of SMG scoring standards for quality, speed of service, and 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 15‑20 minutes.
Guest satisfaction with food quality and 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.
Highly organized.
Sense of urgency.
Able to multitask.
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. Able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe. Able to tolerate proper use of cleaning & sanitizing products.
Additional Requirements
Cooking experience is preferred.
Must have weekend and holiday availability.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Must be 18 or older.
Benefits and Growth Opportunities
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan; Employee Assistance Program.
Perks: Meal discounts, gym membership discounts, work shoe discounts, and more.
Opportunity for growth, including becoming a trainer, supervisor, and manager. Over 60% of our managers and 100% of our GMs were promoted from within.
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Line Cook
role at
Silver Brands .
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 growth through 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!
Company Mission & Values
Our people are our most precious resource. Our success depends on our people’s success as professionals and individuals.
We believe in executing our product 100% right and never serving any product to our customers that does not meet these high standards.
We strive never to say no to any guest’s request. We are passionate about delivering beyond expectations.
Growth and profits are an outgrowth of excellence in executing our mission; we will not grow at the expense of our mission.
About Silver Diner Development LLC
One of Washington Post's "Most Diverse Places to Work".
One of Full Service Restaurant Magazine's "20 Full Service Restaurants to Watch".
Winner of the 2020 TDn2K Best Practices Award for the Family Dining Category.
Silver Diner is a leader in the casual dining segment with an award‑winning Fresh & Local Menu featuring flexible, healthy options made from the highest quality ingredients sourced from over 15 local farms that focus on organic and sustainable farming.
Position Overview The Line Cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of Silver Diner menu items, ensuring compliance with sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards, and meeting Silver Diner specifications.
Responsibilities
Ensure:
Every menu item is prepared & plated completely to specification.
Cooking procedures are followed.
Know specs for all menu items at 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, cleaning as you go.
Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards.
Store ingredients properly, employing FIFO.
Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to Kitchen Manager.
Work as part of a team, communicating clearly and constructively.
Brand Delivery
Be on time for work.
Maintain a positive, fun‑oriented attitude toward work.
Keep yourself, your uniform, and your station spotless at all times.
Strictly follow all uniform standards.
Have knowledge of SMG scoring standards for quality, speed of service, and 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 15‑20 minutes.
Guest satisfaction with food quality and 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.
Highly organized.
Sense of urgency.
Able to multitask.
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. Able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe. Able to tolerate proper use of cleaning & sanitizing products.
Additional Requirements
Cooking experience is preferred.
Must have weekend and holiday availability.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Must be 18 or older.
Benefits and Growth Opportunities
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan; Employee Assistance Program.
Perks: Meal discounts, gym membership discounts, work shoe discounts, and more.
Opportunity for growth, including becoming a trainer, supervisor, and manager. Over 60% of our managers and 100% of our GMs were promoted from within.
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