Cook - PM Hours

Jason's Deli; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jason's Deli is hiring a Back of the House Line Employee to support a variety of kitchen setup and prep tasks in a fast-paced environment. You will rotate through positions such as vegetable prep, salad bar setup, sandwich assembly, and bus/dish duties.

Education and experience requirements are modest, with preference for high school completion or GED and at least six months of work history. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliable attendance at our Kansas locations.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED preferred; or current enrollment in high school or GED program.
• Experience: at least six months work experience preferred unless currently in school.
• Skills: ability to learn basic job routines and communicate effectively.
• Health: not infected with a communicable disease that affects food handling.
• Physical: stand for up to six hours, lift up to 30 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Perform Back of the House duties including vegetable prep, fruit prep, salad bar setup, front line setup, back line setup, and meat prep.
• Assist in sandwiches, expeditor tasks, and related kitchen roles during shifts.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain clean work areas.
• Follow Jason's Deli policies and health regulations.

Skills

Learn basic routines

Communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are Lunch Mony, LLC, a passionate, people-focused franchise operating 20 Jason's Deli locations across Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. While we're part of a national brand that sets the standard for food integrity, we are also a local family—a team of hundreds dedicated to our communities and, most importantly, to each other.

A Great Place to Work

Our philosophy is built around one of Jason's Deli's most important core values: being A Great Place to Work. This isn't just a phrase; it's how we operate every day. We believe that by creating a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment for our team members, we ensure a genuinely great experience for our guests.

When you join Lunch Mony, LLC, you become part of a family committed to your growth, well-being, and success. We are proud to foster a culture where every team member is valued and empowered.

The Jason's Deli Difference

We stand behind the Jason's Deli commitment to serving food that is honest and wholesome. We were pioneers in removing trans fats from our menu and continue that dedication today by eliminating:

• Processed MSG
• High-fructose corn syrup
• Dyes, artificial colors, and artificial flavors

This focus on clean ingredients, combined with our welcoming teams, is what makes us a favorite place to both eat and work!

Lunch Mony was awarded the 2018 and 2021 Jason's Deli Franchise of the year.

Medical, Dental, Vision for Full Time Employees

Advancement Opportunities through our Career Path Program

Position Summary

The Back of the House Line Employee performs in the following job set-up positions: vegetable prep, fruit prep, salad bar set-up, front line set-up, back line set-up, meat slicer, catering prep, bread prep, recipe person, project person, and bus/dish set-up. The Back of the House Line Employee performs in the following job positions during the shift: sandwich maker, swing, chip & pickle (expeditor), end person, drink person, back line maker, "to go" expeditor, salad bar re-stocker, food runner, bus person, dishwasher.

Job Qualifications

Education: It is preferred the applicant be enrolled in high school or a certified G.E.D. program or have their high school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience: Unless currently attending high school, college, or a technical or vocation school, qualified applicants preferred to have at least six months work experience.

Skills: Qualified applicants must be able to learn basic job routines and must be able to communicate effectively.

Health: An applicant who is currently infected with or has knowledge that they are currently infected with a communicable disease which has been determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services as one which is transmissible to the public through the handling of food will not be considered as a qualified applicant. An Applicant must comply with the applicable city Department of Health regulations as well as Jason's Deli's dress code policies.

Physical Standards: Ability to stand and exert mobility in a fast-pace environment for up to six (6) hours in length; frequent reaching, bending, squatting and stooping; ability to safely lift and carry up to 30 pounds repetitively; maintain regular attendance; use equipment including telephones, cash registers, calculators, knives, meat slicers, buffalo choppers, the robocoupe, drills, mixers, can openers, scales, and dishwashing machines.