Cook

us-pizza-co; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

1/2 off shift meals

Paid vacations

Room for advancement

Job summary

us-pizza-co in Bryant, Arkansas is seeking a Cook for the Back of House, where you'll be responsible for preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

We offer flexible scheduling, 1/2 off shift meals, and opportunities for advancement. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak and understand conversational English.
• Able to multi-task and work efficiently and accurately.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to individual orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Answer phones and assist with carry-out orders.

Skills

Conversational English

Multi-tasking

Food safety and sanitation

Teamwork

Job description

Cook/Back of House

***HIRING IMMEDIATELY***

• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
• 1/2 OFF SHIFT MEALS
• PAID VACATIONS
• ROOM FOR ADVANCEMENT

Essential Job Functions

• Speak and understand conversational English, read menus in English including comprehension of basic measurements and equivalents
• Able to multi-task and work efficiently, effectively, accurately, and quickly to maintain stock of menu items within assigned area
• Accurately prepare menu items according to each individual order
• Visually observe food and discard food. Track and inform management of any food items discarded
• Keep assigned area clean and walk‑ins, reach‑ins clutter‑free with restaurant issued cleaning supplies
• Maintain master knowledge of food items and recipes to prepare food.

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Be flexible and able to assist, including preparation and closing in all areas in the back of the house when needed.
• When closing, discard, restock and maintain all food items.
• Transition next shift cook on current day’s progress, menu items, and set‑ups completed.
• Prepare set‑ups, maintain organized walk‑ins, complete cleaning/operational checklists.
• Maintain attendance in accordance with the employee handbook.
• Other duties, tasks, and/or projects as assigned.
• Answering the phones and placing carry‑out orders.
• Fill in for other Host/Cashier side duties such as bathroom cleaning, cleaning of the parking lot, sweeping and mop entryway, and cleaning doors and/or windows.

General Physical Demands for the Position

• Cooks will regularly stand for long periods of time up to 6-9 hours, bend, stoop, turn, lift, talk, walk, walk on uneven ground, carry and lift up to fifty (50) pounds. They prepare all meals quickly, efficiently, and to standard. The kitchen is kept clean at all times and the flow of meals in the kitchen is managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to work around high heat
• Ability to interact positively with each and every Guest and exhibit genuine hospitality
• Meals are served with a presentation in mind and hand-delivered to each waiting Guest
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation standards to ensure Guest safety
• All dietary restrictions for our Guests are executed well
• Stations, adjacent areas, and countertops are kept clean throughout the shift
• Speed ensures a fast-moving line and a positive Guest experience

Personal Requirements

• Must have an upbeat, outgoing, and positive attitude
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to be on your feet and alert for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Continuous use of hands and arms
• Continuous bending, reaching, and twisting
• Maintains strong personal image and uniform standards