Energetic Kitchen Team Member — Fast-Paced Prep

Focus Group Services LLC; Fort Leonard Wood (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Group Services LLC is seeking dependable, energetic team members for our fast-paced kitchen supporting fast-casual concepts. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining high kitchen standards to deliver quality meals for every guest.

Ideal candidates have basic kitchen or food-prep experience; training is provided. You will follow brand recipes, safety guidelines, and work collaboratively with front-of-house during peak service times in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Previous BOH, kitchen, or food prep experience preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• Experience in quick service or fast-casual restaurant environments (Asian, Mexican, or chicken-focused concepts) is a plus.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes, prep guides, and cooking procedures.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe equipment use.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt quickly during busy shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble menu items according to brand-specific recipes and portion standards.
• Perform kitchen prep duties including chopping, marinating, breading, portioning, and stocking ingredients
• Operate kitchen equipment such as woks, grills, fryers, ovens, rice cookers, steam tables, and food prep tools safely and efficiently
• Cook proteins, vegetables, sauces, rice, and sides while maintaining speed, accuracy, and quality
• Prepare made-to-order items such as bowls, plates, burritos, tacos, wraps, salads, chicken meals, and sides
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature control guidelines in compliance with company policies and health regulations
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including workstations, prep tables, walk-ins, freezers, and dish areas
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house and kitchen team members to support smooth operations during peak service times
• Receive and store deliveries, rotate inventory using FIFO standards, and assist with basic inventory management
• Uphold brand consistency, presentation, and quality standards across all menu items
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures, including cleaning, restocking, and equipment startup/shutdown
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Recipe follow-through

Multitasking

Adaptability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Focus Group Services LLC is seeking dependable, energetic team members for our fast-paced kitchen supporting fast-casual concepts. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining high kitchen standards to deliver quality meals for every guest.

Ideal candidates have basic kitchen or food-prep experience; training is provided. You will follow brand recipes, safety guidelines, and work collaboratively with front-of-house during peak service times in a high-volume environment.