Cook

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places; Emigrant (MT); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage (DOE) + tips

Employee meals and dining discounts

Private housing option for full-time

Job summary

CoolWorks.com - Jobs in Great Places is seeking Kitchen Team Associates in Montana. The role covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner support with prep, cooking, dishwashing, and general kitchen tasks. Join a team focused on fresh ingredients and quality service in a fast-paced setting.

Good flexibility, reliable work ethic, and a food handler mindset are valued. Housing may be available for full-time associates, with note on vehicle access for commuting.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, prep cook, line cook, or dishwashing experience preferred but not required
• Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knife skills and understanding of kitchen equipment preferred
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Food Handler Certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Passion for hospitality, teamwork, and high-quality food

Responsibilities

• Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, baked goods, grains, and other menu components according to recipes and portion standards
• Cook and plate menu items for breakfast, lunch, or dinner service
• Assist with daily specials and rotating seasonal menu items
• Set up, stock, and break down kitchen stations efficiently
• Support cooks, bakers, and chefs during service periods
• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations, prep areas, dish area, floors, and storage spaces
• Dispose of trash and recycling appropriately
• Assist with unloading and organizing deliveries
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Label, date, and properly store ingredients to maintain freshness and minimize waste
• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to prioritize tasks and maintain smooth service
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen culture
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times
• Flexible scheduling available across AM, midday, and PM shifts
• Fast-paced, hands-on kitchen environment
• Exposure to hot, wet, and refrigerated conditions
• Collaborative team atmosphere with opportunities for cross-training and advancement

Job description

Currently seeking cooks who can start ASAP.

We’re seeking dependable, team-oriented Kitchen Team Associates to support our fast-paced kitchen operations across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. This hybrid role may include responsibilities in food prep, line cooking, dishwashing, and general kitchen support depending on business needs and experience level.

Our kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients, local ranch beef, scratch-made items, and health-conscious meals served with genuine Montana hospitality. Whether preparing ingredients behind the scenes, cooking during service, or maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, every member of our team plays an important role in creating exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, baked goods, grains, and other menu components according to recipes and portion standards

• Cook and plate menu items for breakfast, lunch, or dinner service

• Assist with daily specials and rotating seasonal menu items

• Set up, stock, and break down kitchen stations efficiently

• Support cooks, bakers, and chefs during service periods

Dishwashing & Kitchen Support

• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations, prep areas, dish area, floors, and storage spaces

• Dispose of trash and recycling appropriately

• Assist with unloading and organizing deliveries

Team & Safety Standards

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards

• Label, date, and properly store ingredients to maintain freshness and minimize waste

• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to prioritize tasks and maintain smooth service

• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen culture

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment at all times

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, prep cook, line cook, or dishwashing experience preferred but not required

• Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Basic knife skills and understanding of kitchen equipment preferred

• Dependable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays

• Food Handler Certification preferred or willingness to obtain

• Passion for hospitality, teamwork, and high-quality food

Working Environment

• Flexible scheduling available across AM, midday, and PM shifts

• Fast-paced, hands-on kitchen environment

• Exposure to hot, wet, and refrigerated conditions

• Collaborative team atmosphere with opportunities for cross-training and advancement

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage (DOE) + tips/shared tips

• Employee meals and dining discounts

• Private, single occupancy room in shared housing available for full-timeassociates. While we love our furry friends, we unfortunately cannot provide pet friendly housing.

  • Please note that our associate housing is not on-site; therefore, associates need to have access to a vehicle to get them to and from work.

• Health benefits, PTO, and 6% matching 401(k) for eligible full-time associates

• Opportunities for advancement and kitchen development