Cook/Prep Cook

Hunter Super Techs - TurnPoint

Mankato (MN)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

616 Kitchen is seeking a Cook/Prep Cook at our Mankato location to manage all aspects of food preparation, quality, and service for in-house and event catering. You will work with recipes, portions, logs, and maintain high safety and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities include inventory support, order preparation, and guest interaction during peak times, with emphasis on teamwork, reliability, and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
English communication ability required; Spanish helpful.
Basic math, reading, and writing skills expected.
Experience in a restaurant kitchen is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to recipes and portions.
Monitor food quality and safety standards.
Restock front line during peak volumes.
Assist in maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
Interact with guests and ensure accurate orders.

Skills

English communication

Reading and writing

Math literacy

POS systems

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Location: 1633 Monks Ave, Mankato, MN, 56001 Job Title: Cook / Prep CookFLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Accountable for all aspects of food quality, cleanliness, labor costs, production, maintenance and service of the restaurant and outside events as applicable.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent required; age requirements may apply in order to remain in compliance with State and Federal laws.
Prior restaurant kitchen experience is preferred.
Ability to communicate in English is required; Spanish comprehension is helpful.
Fundamental reading, writing, math and computer /POS skills are required.
Must have access to adequate transportation and complete the administrative driving requirement.
May be required to reach, bend, stoop, climb, and/or lift up to 50 pounds.
May be required to operate/access equipment at standard heights while walking or standing during entire shift.
Hazards include, but are not limited to, slipping, tripping, burns, cuts, abrasions, and falls.
Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, sometimes extending beyond eight hours, based upon local operating hours.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How it’s Done…

Preparing Food that Celebrates our Passion for Ingredients

Prepares food according to specifications by using approved recipes, proper portioning, and food prep logs/tools
Conducts regular visual and taste tests to ensure food is of highest quality and prepared according to specs
Restocks front line with prepared product during peak volumes and/or in accordance with time & temperature
Adheres to food safety standards and reports any questionable food deliveries and/or practices
Prepares food volume based on sales compared to existing inventory and incoming orders
Receives food orders; cleans, organizes, and rotates items in the walk-in cooler
Helps manage inventory control
Pays careful attention to presentation of food
Ensures product is being prepared at peak volume periods

Creating an Environment that Showcases Handcrafted Preparation

Showcases the preparation of certain menu items in the front of the house and samples freshly prepared items as appropriate during peak business hours
Frequently cleans the kitchen area, grill, restrooms, and equipment, and assists in maintaining overall restaurant cleanliness

Providing Services that Invites Interaction with Our Guests

Interacts with and engages guests and other team members
Creates guest orders as requested and ensures the accuracy of each order when working the service line
Busses dining room area during peak volume periods

It’s All About… Keeping it Real