Cook

famousdavescareers; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's in Wisconsin is seeking a cook to produce and maintain high-quality menu items according to recipes and specifications. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, timeliness, and teamwork to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

The position requires the ability to multitask, strong attention to detail, and a positive attitude. Flexible scheduling including nights and weekends may be required to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload.
• Ability to work and communicate well with others.
• Attention to detail and initiative are essential.
• Professional image and responsible behavior.
• Positive attitude and teamwork are required.
• Safe food handling and safety are top priorities.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain quality of menu items per recipes and specs.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and timeliness according to standards.
• Keep station ready and in proper uniform for shifts.
• Stock supplies before rush and portion accurately with scales.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean, practice 'clean as you go'.
• Support prep and receiving, rotating and stocking food as needed.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth service.
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Multitasking

Team communication

Attention to detail

Professional image

Positive attitude

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