Cook

IHOP; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream is seeking an experienced cook for their kitchen in Kansas City. The ideal candidate will possess strong teamwork and communication skills and be trained in various cooking techniques. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining kitchen organization, and ensuring food quality and cleanliness. A diploma from a culinary school is preferred. This role is essential to delivering excellent service and delightful dishes to our customers.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a cook is necessary.
• Skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures is a must.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly.
• Capable of maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work station and make guest orders.
• Perform prep work including chopping and mixing ingredients.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure food quality and timely cooking.
• Manage food storage and stock orders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma from a culinary school

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Cook Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.

The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.

A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work station, making guest orders, ensuring food and safety protocols are followed
• Prep work which may include dicing vegetables, meats, making batters, and preparing sauces
• Daily label checks
• Maintaining a sanitized and well‑organized kitchen
• Preparing workstations for cooking
• Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment
• Checking the quality of the ingredients
• Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques
• Cooking food using various culinary techniques
• Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation
• Managing food storage, stock, and ingredient orders

Requirements

• Must have prior experience as a cook
• Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment
• Must be skilled in various cooking techniques
• Must know and follow sanitation procedures
• Must showcase teamwork and communication skills
• Must showcase great organizational skills
• Must be able to multitask and act quickly