About the role
Description
The Line Cook is responsible for the full scope of food preparation, including setting up and stocking kitchen stations, cleaning and cutting ingredients, cooking dishes according to recipes, and ensuring high standards of food safety and sanitation. The Line Cook will also manage portion control, minimize waste, and help maintain food cost targets. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong time management, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.
By cooking and delivering all member food in-house at Blue Door Kitchen, it allows BGCGTC to provide a one-of-a-kind food experience to our members.
Location:
Blue Door Kitchen - 3123 Avenue G, Fort Worth, TX 76105
Employment Type:
Seasonal (May 26, 2026 – July 31, 2026)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Food Preparation:
Accountable for stocking and setting up the kitchen stations
Accountable for food preparation, including cleaning and cutting the ingredients
Accountable for cooking and assembling dishes as indicated by recipes
Accountable for ensuring food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards.
Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within the forecasted range
Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at the work station and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
Stocking inventory and supplies
Accountable for all food costs and responsible for overseeing daily production, waste, and adherence to standard operating procedures for the hot and cold lines
Food Safety and Sanitation:
Cook products to proper internal temperature
Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts
Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
Food Packaging:
Accountable for accurate orders and on time
Accountable for packaging prepared foods based on senior chef’s guidance
Support for Driving: Help load packed food into the vehicle, ensuring safe transportation.
Support timely delivery of food while maintaining appropriate temperature and food safety standards.
Administrative Compliance:
Complete all required reports and administrative duties on time.
Collect and manage required data and internal and external reporting. Ensure accuracy of data and reporting. Ensure the effective completion of all assessment and measurement activities of programs
Accountable for accurate and timely collection and review of membership application
Comply with all administrative policies and procedures, processes and controls
Accountable for accurate and timely paperwork, reports, and data entry
Accountable for utilizing all BGCGTC communication tools regularly and effectively
Facility & Child Safety:
Accountable for adherence to all organizational health and safety policies and implementation of all safety practices and procedures at assigned work location(s)
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect members, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities. Abide by facility maintenance protocols and procedures to ensure compliance
Accountable for reporting incidents and completing documentation within required timeline
Maintain discipline, de-escalate conflict between members and/or others
Obtain and renew CPR and First Aid certification by deadline
Relationships:
Be a positive role model
Maintain emotional control and make good decisions under pressure
Represent the Boys & Girls Club in a positive manner
Attendance:
Regular attendance is required; arrive on time; punctuality is required
NONESSENTIAL DUTIES
Complete all other duties as assigned
Requirements
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience as a line cook or similar role
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines
Experience in understanding cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
Certified in Food Safety with the State of Texas, OR the ability to pass Certification
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to work regular branch and program hours
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed
Ability to follow instructions
Excellent time management skills
Must be dependable and punctual
Must be able to obtain Food Handler certification
Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
Must be able to pass any and all required background screens and drug screens at any time
Must have a satisfactory driving record, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance for operation of a motor vehicle relevant to carrying out duties.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience driving mid to large-size vehicles (van, bus, box truck)
Experience with Food Packaging, Loading and Delivery
Bilingual
Experience with USDA/TDA programs
Work experience with or program knowledge of the Boys & Girls Club Movement (national and/or local Club) is an advantage
Salary:
Hourly Pay: $17.00 per hour
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County is an equal opportunity employer. It maintains policies and practices that are designed to prevent discrimination against any qualified employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability and medical condition to the extent protected by law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all employment practices, including hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.