Cook

IHOP; McAlester (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Popeyes is seeking an experienced cook to join our kitchen team and contribute to the restaurant’s excellence. The ideal candidate is skilled, organized, and creative, capable of working as part of a team, following instructions, and delighting guests with our menu.

Attention to detail, strong communication, and organizational skills are valued; a culinary school diploma is a plus. Candidates should be prepared to maintain a clean, efficient kitchen and support all cooking tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
• Prepare workstations for cooking.
• Prepare and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Check the quality of the ingredients.
• Prepare cooking ingredients using various techniques.
• Cook food using various culinary techniques.
• Arrange food and ensuring appealing presentation.
• Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Cooking techniques

Education

Culinary school diploma

Job description

Main Responsibilities of a Cook:

• 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

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 of a Cook:

• 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.
• Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.

Cook Job 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.

Popeyes® is not like most fast-food chains. With freshly prepared food and a recipe that 's remained unchanged for nearly 50 years, Popeyes® restaurants are deeply proud of their food and their heritage - and they want to share that pride with you!
Find out how you can continue the Louisiana tradition of cooking for guests and serving each other with love, by joining a Popeyes® restaurant team near you.