Grill Cook

Ron’s Lumberjack Café, a Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC company, is seeking candidates for our Prep Cook position at our Howe, OK location.

We’re focused on people and relationships first and we’re passionate about customer service and continuous improvement. Are you looking to join a company that is focused on growth? If you enjoy working hard in a fast-paced environment, then join our growing team.

What’s It Like to Work for Nation’s Best?

• Teamwork: All of our positions, in all of our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day.
• Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects.
• Autonomy: We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates.
• Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build.
• Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all of our divisions and stores.
• Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide.
• Growth Mindset: We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company.
• Atmosphere: This is not a suit-and-tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done.
• Community Service: Our regions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work.
• Safety: We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all of our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day.

What Does a Grill Cook Do?

• Prepares and cooks food items on the grill according to the daily menu and customer orders
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and grill area
• Assists with prepping food items for daily service and specials as needed
• Follows recipes, portioning, procedures, and presentation guidelines set by management
• Monitors and restocks items on the line to ensure a smooth service flow
• Ensures kitchen has necessary clean items such as plates, silverware, utensils, pots, pans, and grill tools
• Launders items such as towels and aprons, as assigned
• Performs additional duties as required, including assisting other kitchen and café team members

What Does It Take to Be Successful as a Grill Cook?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2+ years’ experience in a grill cook or similar role in the restaurant/food and beverage industry preferred
• Knowledge of food handling, safety protocols and grill cooking techniques
• Results-oriented with the ability to serve stores with humility and be a steward of Nation’s Best’s values
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while remaining adaptable and flexible
• Strong interpersonal skills with the willingness to consistently provide superior customer service skills
• Physical ability to lift and carry items weighing 25-50 pounds, as well as perform tasks like bending, twisting, squatting and reaching throughout the work shift
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights and Saturdays
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and willingness to support team members as needed