Cook

R365hire; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

The Big Biscuit benefits

Community-centric brand

Growth opportunities

Evenings off

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Job summary

The Big Biscuit in Topeka, KS is seeking cooks for a daytime kitchen role with hours from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm. The ideal candidate will be reliable, team‑oriented, and committed to delivering a fast, friendly breakfast and lunch experience.

You will prepare and cook menu items, stock stations, maintain cleanliness, follow safety procedures, and communicate with expo and servers to keep service moving smoothly. Excellent communication and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking or line experience in a high-volume environment.
• Understanding of basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay calm and organized during busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Big Biscuit recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Set up, stock, and maintain all line stations before, during, and after service.
• Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and served promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the line, prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and allergen‑handling procedures.
• Assist with prep work, portioning, labeling, and rotation of ingredients.
• Communicate clearly with expo, servers, and fellow cooks to keep service running smoothly.
• Monitor product levels and notify management when items need to be prepped or ordered.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance issues.
• Support teammates during peak periods to ensure fast, accurate ticket times.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Food safety

Job description

Benefits:

• Community-Centric Brand
• Opportunities for growth
• Evenings off
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms

Don't mess with breakfast

Want a DAYS ONLY lifestyle?

Our ideal candidate is committed to providing Guests with an excellent service experience, able to demonstrate responsibility, reliability, pride in their work, and the ability to multitask while maintaining a positive attitude.

Enjoy a daytime schedule; our hours of business are from 6:30 am -2:30 pm.

• Great for part-time!
• Great for a second job!
• Weekends and holidays are required (that's when we are the busiest!)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Big Biscuit recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines
• Set up, stock, and maintain all line stations before, during, and after service
• Ensure food is cooked to proper temperatures and served promptly
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the line, prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and allergen‑handling procedures
• Assist with prep work, portioning, labeling, and rotation of ingredients
• Communicate clearly with expo, servers, and fellow cooks to keep service running smoothly
• Monitor product levels and notify management when items need to be prepped or ordered
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance issues
• Support teammates during peak periods to ensure fast, accurate ticket times

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• Prior cooking or line experience preferred, especially in a high-volume environment
• Strong understanding of basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm and organized during busy service periods

Physical & Lifting Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift (typically 4-8 hours)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (bus tubs, trash bags, stacks of dishes, equipment)
• Frequent bending, reaching, scrubbing, and working around hot water and steam
• Ability to work in a warm, humid dish area with constant movement

Work Environment

• High-volume breakfast and lunch service
• Exposure to hot water, cleaning chemicals, and continuous noise
• Requires strong teamwork, communication, and a positive, dependable work ethic

If you are able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would like to meet you!

The Big Biscuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to providing a workplace where all employees feel respected and valued.