Fast-Paced Kitchen Cook — Prep, Grill & Serve

Captain Jay's; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 40,116,000 - 51,577,000; Full time

Job summary

Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a motivated Cook to support fast-paced kitchen operations. You will prepare ingredients, assist cooks, and ensure meals meet health and safety standards while delivering orders promptly.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, handling multiple orders, cleaning and sanitizing workspaces, and working well in a team environment. A high school degree or equivalent is preferred, with background checks required.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift.
• Must pass a background check.
• Able to read and write.

Responsibilities

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations.
• Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
• Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift.
• Taking orders from wait staff or computerized system.
• Cooking order according to food health and safety standards.
• Handling multiple food orders at one time.
• Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides.
• Delivering food order to guest in a timely manner.
• Storing all food properly.
• Sanitizing and cleaning workstations and utensils.
• Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Team player

Time management

Physical endurance

Reading and writing

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Grill

Oven

Fryer

Job description

Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a motivated Cook to support fast-paced kitchen operations. You will prepare ingredients, assist cooks, and ensure meals meet health and safety standards while delivering orders promptly.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, handling multiple orders, cleaning and sanitizing workspaces, and working well in a team environment. A high school degree or equivalent is preferred, with background checks required.