Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Teammate discount

Supplemental medical, dental, vision,

401k

Discounted supplemental benefits

Emergency Financial plan

Discounts to theme parks

Pet insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Insurance

A family that supports YOUR personal

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC is seeking Full-Service Line Cooks in Fairfax, VA. Cooks will work on a fast-paced line, prep and present dishes per Lazy Dog recipes, and ensure only fresh ingredients are used.

This role supports the Scratch Kitchen ethos and requires 2–5 years of station experience with basic English/Spanish communication a plus. We offer flexible scheduling, teammate discounts, medical/dental/vision/401k, and other benefits to support growth and team welfare.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include set up, stock product, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dog's recipes.
• Ensure only fresh high-quality ingredients are used and that proper recipe is displayed during preparation.

Responsibilities

• Follow food safety procedures, clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Alert chef team immediately of any product, equipment and/or food safety concerns.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment and routines for assigned stations.
• Create fun and be a team player.

Skills

Fast-paced line experience

English/Spanish communication

Guest-focused and multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Cook: At this location, our cooks earn $17-$20/ hour.

Be part of the excitement and freshness of a "Scratch Kitchen" We hand-craft everything in our kitchens. We are looking for talented individuals that want to grow with a company that cares.

What we offer:

• Flexible scheduling
• Teammate discount
• Supplemental medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for Full- Service Line Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include set up, stock product, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dogs recipes.
• Ensure only "fresh" high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• Strive to never sell a dish that is not up to "Lazy Dog Standards".
• Follow food safety procedures, clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance, cleaning and repairing as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Alert chef team immediately of any product, equipment and/or food safety concerns.
• Guest focused and likes to multi-task.
• Demonstrate basic English/Spanish communication skills a plus.
• Trusting, passionate, humble, and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Food Handlers Card (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Virginia)