Cook

Village Inn; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Inn in Iowa City, IA is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items according to recipes and standards. Responsibilities include timely station readiness, accurate portioning, and maintaining cleanliness while supporting a fast-paced service.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience and can work flexible shifts including nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential to the role.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely readiness of station and proper uniform.
• Maintain pace: brisk, organized workflow with no unnecessary steps.
• Adhere to recipes and portion controls using scales and recipe cards.
• Portion accurately using scales and utensils; perform portion-control tests.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean to a like-new standard; practice clean-as-you-go.
• Maintain productivity and quality; balance quantity and quality within timeframes.
• Stay organized and plan ahead to stock supplies before rushes.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and support a safe work environment.
• Receive, rotate, and stock food items as needed.
• Provide prep support as required.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities:

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays

Location(s)

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