Cook - Prepare Delicious Meals for Our Guests

1 month ago


Ames, Iowa, United States Perkins Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing menu items according to company policies and procedures. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will ensure that our guests receive the best dining experience possible.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare menu items according to company standards and procedures.
  • Use and maintain all kitchen line equipment, preparation, and storage areas.
  • Stock and rotate products on the cooking line.
  • Cook and prepare menu items according to guest requests within company standards and following food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Monitor and oversee food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause foodborne illness.
  • Anticipate, identify, and correct system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
  • Communicate with the Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/services deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
Requirements
  • Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house training.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly.
Work Environment

The Cook will work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a high level of mobility and flexibility. The ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times is required. The Cook must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet and fit through an opening 30 inches wide. The job requires frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling, as well as exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors. The Cook must be able to stand and walk continually.


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