Breakfast Cook

J&K Subway Inc; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

J&K Subway Inc. is seeking a Breakfast Cook in the United States to prepare and present breakfast items with careful attention to safety and quality.

You will manage multiple orders during busy morning hours, maintain mise en place, and collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely service. The role requires knowledge of breakfast preparation, strong time management, and adherence to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in breakfast recipes and dietary-specific meal preparation.
• Ability to manage time and handle multiple orders during morning service.
• Attention to detail for consistent taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Physical stamina for long periods standing in a hot kitchen and handling early shifts.
• ServSafe or HACCP compliance or local food handling certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare a variety of breakfast items such as eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausages, hash browns, pastries, and specialty dishes.
• Cooking Techniques: Utilize frying, poaching, grilling, baking, and steaming to ensure consistent quality.
• Kitchen Organization: Set up food stations, prepare ingredients in advance (mise en place), and maintain smooth workflow during peak hours.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Follow sanitation standards, monitor food temperatures, handle ingredients safely, and maintain a clean kitchen environment.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with wait staff, line cooks, and kitchen managers to ensure timely and accurate orders.
• Inventory Management: Monitor ingredient usage, minimize waste, and report equipment malfunctions or supply shortages.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Time management

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Certifications (ServSafe/HACCP)

Job description

A Breakfast Cook is a culinary professional responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting breakfast dishes while maintaining kitchen safety, hygiene, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare a variety of breakfast items such as eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon, sausages, hash browns, pastries, and specialty dishes, following established recipes and dietary requirements
• Cooking Techniques: Utilize multiple cooking methods including frying, poaching, grilling, baking, and steaming to ensure consistent quality
• Kitchen Organization: Set up and maintain food stations, prepare ingredients in advance (mise en place), and ensure smooth workflow during peak breakfast hours
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to sanitation standards, monitor food temperatures, handle ingredients safely, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Collaboration: Coordinate with wait staff, line cooks, and kitchen managers to ensure timely and accurate order delivery
• Inventory Management: Monitor ingredient usage, minimize waste, and report equipment malfunctions or supply shortages

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Culinary Knowledge: Proficiency in breakfast recipes, cooking techniques, and dietary-specific meal preparation
• Time Management: Ability to handle multiple orders simultaneously and work efficiently during high-volume morning service
• Attention to Detail: Ensure consistent taste, presentation, and portion control for all dishes
• Physical Stamina: Comfortable standing for long periods, working in hot and noisy kitchen environments, and managing early morning shifts
• Certifications: ServSafe or HACCP compliance is often required, along with any local food handling certifications