Cook

famousdavescareers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station, following recipe specs and the company's safety and sanitation standards.

You will be responsible for timely readiness, portion control, cleanliness, and teamwork, while adhering to OSHA guidelines and maintaining a safe working environment.

The role requires flexible scheduling including nights, days, weekends and holidays, and prior kitchen experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain quality of menu items per recipes and specs.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and food standards.
• Be station-ready and in proper uniform at scheduled time.
• Maintain cleanliness and operate kitchen equipment responsibly.
• Portion control using scales, spoons, and recipe cards.
• Work with others effectively and communicate well.
• Stock supplies and prep support as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Communication

Safe food handling

Job description

Job Summary:

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
• Safe food handling
• 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:

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