Cook

Burgermaster; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Vacation

Sick Pay

Paid meals while on shift

401(k)

Job summary

A family-owned restaurant chain in Bellevue is seeking cooks who are passionate about the restaurant industry. The role involves preparing and cooking food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should have previous restaurant experience and a food handler's permit is required. This position offers competitive hourly wages between $20-23 plus tips, with additional benefits like medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant experience is required; management experience is preferred.
• Ability to read English and comprehend simple instructions.
• Must be comfortable lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods per order.
• Conduct daily food prep such as slicing and chopping.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and food preparation equipment.
• Restock items as needed, respond to customer needs.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Organization

Food handling knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's permit within 7 days of hire

Job description

Description

Locally owned since 1952, Burgermaster is a family-owned restaurant chain specializing in local, grass-fed beef burgers served drive-in style. Burgermaster feels like your neighborhood family-oriented diner, while serving food at speeds comparable with fast food restaurants!

We are a growing fast casual restaurant group with a footprint across multiple locations. Our brand is known for its innovative approach to dining, commitment to quality, and a culture that champions growth, learning, and operational excellence. As we continue to expand, we are looking for cooks who shares our passion for the restaurant industry and is eager to grow with us.

Role and Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks to order foods in the pantry, fry and/or stations in the kitchen.
• Food prep including slicing, cutting, chopping food daily.
• Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepares and cooks food according to instructions, in a timely and sanitary manner.
• Restocks items as needed.
• Cleans work area and food preparation equipment.
• Assists with cleaning, sanitation and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Observes safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines and reports unsafe conditions.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent time management skills.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read English and comprehend simple instructions.
• Familiarity with food handling, safety, and other restaurant guidelines.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous restaurant experience required; management experience preferred.
• Food handler’s permit required within 7 days of hire.

Work Environment

• Ability to traverse all parts of the restaurant quickly.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Time divided between desk work, working in restaurant, and meetings.
• Must be comfortable working long hours, including nights and weekends.

Benefits-Based on eligibility

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Vacation
• Sick Pay
• Paid meal while on shift
• 401(k)

$20-23 per hour+tips