Cook - FT

Brandermill Woods; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaura is seeking a reliable Cook to prepare and cook high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen. You will follow recipes, maintain portioning, and focus on presentation while upholding food safety standards.

Join a team that values hospitality and teamwork, with opportunities to grow within the operation. Strong work ethic and willingness to work nights and weekends are a plus.

Qualifications

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Comfortable following recipes and using kitchen technology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals following recipes and production guidelines.
• Ensure consistency, portioning, and presentation standards.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness at all times.
• Support daily prep, service execution, and kitchen operations.
• Communicate with team members to ensure smooth service during busy meal periods.
• Properly store, label, and handle all food items.

Skills

Reliable

Detail-oriented

Team-focused

Fast-paced kitchen

Follow recipes

Kitchen technology

Positive attitude

Flexible schedule

Education

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Tablets

Kitchen systems

Job description

At Restaura, your work in the kitchen does more than feed people—it creates meaningful experiences. We’re looking for a reliable, driven Cook who takes pride in delivering high-quality meals and wants to grow within a team that values hospitality, teamwork, and impact. This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals following recipes and production guidelines
• Ensure consistency, portioning, and presentation standards are met
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness at all times
• Support daily prep, service execution, and kitchen operations
• Communicate with team members to ensure smooth service during busy meal periods
• Properly store, label, and handle all food items

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Comfortable following recipes and using kitchen technology (tablets, systems)
• Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred

• Previous cook or line cook experience
• Experience in senior living, hospitality, or foodservice environments
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Basic knife skills and understanding of cooking techniques

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods (90% of shift)
• Lift up to 40 lbs
• Perform repetitive motions (bending, reaching, prepping)
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment