Cook

IHOP; Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Hours

Paid Training

Real Advancement Opportunities

National Restaurant AssociationApprent

Program which earns College Credits

Paid Vacation

Regular Performance Reviews with pay+"

Meal Program

Family Meal Discounts

Full Insurance

Bob Leonard Scholarship Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Weekly/Direct Deposit

Job summary

IHOP Cooks are responsible for the preparation and cooking of food products accurately and with minimal waste. Duties include learning IHOP terminology, plating, and following company standards while setting up equipment and maintaining a clean, sanitary work area.

The role requires standing up to 8 hours, lifting up to 50 pounds, teamwork, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen. IHOP offers competitive pay, flexible hours, paid training, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a cook.
• Skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
• 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.
• Must carry at least a high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Cook experience

Kitchen equipment operation

Cooking techniques

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork & communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma

Job description

.IHOP Cooks are responsible for the preparation and cooking of food products accurately and with minimal waste. Duties of this position include learning and applying all IHOP-specialized galley terminology, plating, menu items and procedures according to company standards. IHOP Cooks are expected to set up equipment, verify stock, and maintain a clean and sanitary work area while maintaining company sanitation standards. This position requires you to stand for up to 8 hours during a shift, be able to lift at least and/or move up to 50 pounds, and have full mobility of hands and arms while performing repetitive tasks. IHOP Cooks are also required to perform duties necessary for restaurant operations as assigned by acting supervisor, following governmental and company policies. The above is not an all-inclusive job description.

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.
• Must carry at least a high school diploma.

Title: 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.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Hours
• Paid Training
• Real Advancement Opportunities
• National Restaurant Association Apprentice Program which earns College Credits
• Paid Vacation
• Regular Performance Reviews with pay increases
• Meal Program
• Family Meal Discounts
• Full Insurance
• Bob Leonard Scholarship Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Weekly/Direct Deposit

Since 1958, IHOP® has been the place where people connect over breakfast, enjoy study breaks, grab a bite before or after sporting events, and much more. And no matter what menu items our customers order, there’s one ingredient that’s always constant — a smile.
When you work for IHOP restaurants we encourage you to, “Be the pancake you wish to see in the world!” Being a team member allows you to be something more than just a traditional employee. You help create smiles for the future. Join a team that encourages building lifelong friendships and memories.