Cook | Flexible Schedule, Daily Pay & Growth

Perkins American Food Co.; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Complimentary laptop

Family eligibility

Competitive pay

Daily pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Free meals

Meal discounts

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Parental leave

Training and development

College credits

Wellness resources

Development pathway

College credits hours

Job summary

Perkins American Food Co. is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items according to our standards and procedures, ensuring guest satisfaction and a quality work environment under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager.

You will work on a team in a fast-paced kitchen, handling multiple stations, maintaining food safety, and delivering consistent portions while supporting daily operations and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly.
• Basic sanitation, safety, and customer service training provided in-house.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Report to work well-groomed, in a clean and proper uniform, and at all times practice good personal hygiene.
• Use, maintain, and clean all kitchen line equipment, plus preparation and storage areas.
• Stock and rotate products on the cooking line.
• Have knowledge of cooking stations, menu items and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning and timing.
• Cook and prepare menu items according to guest requests while following safety and quality standards.
• Monitor food temperatures during hot and cold handling to prevent illness.
• Identify and address system issues to maximize guest satisfaction.
• Communicate with the Manager on Duty about product/service deficiencies and safety concerns.

Skills

Clear communication

Sanitation knowledge

Safety awareness

Customer service

Job description

Perkins American Food Co. is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items according to our standards and procedures, ensuring guest satisfaction and a quality work environment under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager.

You will work on a team in a fast-paced kitchen, handling multiple stations, maintaining food safety, and delivering consistent portions while supporting daily operations and guest experiences.