Cook

Parker Oil Company Inc; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Huddle House in Emporia, VA is seeking a Restaurant Cook to oversee day-to-day grill and food preparation. The role includes proper handling, storage, and timely cooking of menu items, while delivering friendly service in a fast-paced setting.

You will be a strong teammate to our franchise partner, follow all safety guidelines, and help ensure guest satisfaction through consistent quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and verbal welcome.
• Prepare food in a timely manner once ordered.
• Stock and prepare the unit for the next shift.
• Report safety concerns and customer service issues to the manager.
• Know the menu and daily features; ensure correct cooking and presentation.
• Follow steps of service to maximize sales with every guest.
• Adhere to safety, food handling, and cash security policies.
• Perform prep and cleaning duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

At Huddle House, we believe it’s “YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN.” Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We’re giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it’s a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: “Get comfortable…this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN”.JOB SUMMARYThe Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant. The incumbent will be responsible for proper food preparation, handling, and storage. This person will be expected to provide excellent customer service and will be a strong teammate to our franchise partner.RESPONSIBILITIESReport to work on time in a clean and complete proper uniformGreet all customers with a smile and a verbal greeting: “Good Morning or Welcome to Huddle House.”Prepare food in a timely manner once the order is placedComplete the position checklist while stocking and preparing the unit for the next shiftBring all items of concern to the attention of the manager immediately, especially safety concerns and customer service complaintsKnow the menu, the daily features when applicable and be sure they are cooked and presented correctlyKnow and follow the Huddle House steps of service with each and every guest to maximize shift salesPractice all rules for safety food handling cash security and all other restaurant policiesPerform all prepping and cleaning duties as detailed or assigned by supervisorMake a difference in food cost by controlling waste and portion controlQUALIFICATIONSAbility to communicate effectively with all restaurant staffSome previous restaurant experience preferred“Can do” attitude and willingness to be at your during your shift