Cook

Out West Restaurant Group; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

Accrued Sick Leave

Flexible schedule

Meal discounts

Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Out West Restaurant Group in Aurora, Colorado is looking for a Cook. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $18.00-$23.00 and comprehensive health insurance for eligible employees. Cooks will prepare food items, maintain cleanliness, and collaborate with team members to meet delivery standards. Additional perks include meal discounts and flexible scheduling, making it a great opportunity for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work extended periods up to 8 hours per shift.
• Adequate visual ability in various lighting conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items efficiently and accurately.
• Maintain equipment and kitchen cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team to meet food preparation and delivery standards.

Skills

Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs.

Work in hot and cold environments.

Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and technology systems.

Move quickly in a fast‑paced environment.

Job description

Job Description

Position

COOK

Compensation

• $18.00-$23.00 per hour. Not eligible for tips.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) for employees eligible under ACA rules.
• A paid day off after 90 days of employment.
• Accrued Paid Sick Leave: up to 48 hours per year, required under the Healthy, Families and Workplaces Act. Earned at 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
• Public Health Emergency Leave: up to 80 hours when a PHE is declared.

Extras

• Growth Opportunities: Shift Leader program with extensive on-the-job training.
• Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance and leadership.
• Closed for Thanksgiving & Christmas Day.
• Flexible schedule.
• Meal discounts.
• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program.
• Largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse.
• Future advancement possibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items efficiently and accurately.
• Work in salad, fry, sauté, grill and make‑up lines, plus kitchen prep.
• Maintain equipment and kitchen cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team to meet food preparation and delivery standards.
• Use proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe standards.
• Restock kitchen and cooking line as needed.
• Commit to food safety, cleanliness, job safety and sanitation standards.
• Support all areas of the restaurant as business needs arise.

Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs.
• Work in hot and cold environments.
• Walk and stand for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.
• Frequently bend, reach, kneel, squat and stoop.
• Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and technology systems.
• Move quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
• Adequate visual ability in various lighting conditions.
• Perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Out West provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact us. All newly hired employees must complete the E‑Verify program. View the E‑Verify poster at https://www.outwestrg.com/e-verify.