Fast-Paced Kitchen Cook - Quality, Speed, Service

Paycom - ATS; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a motivated kitchen team member to prepare food items to order and maintain quality, safety, and cleanliness standards. You will follow recipes, handle allergy requests, and support fast-paced service while ensuring guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include line prep, proper storage, sanitation, and coordinating with BOH/FOH teams to deliver accurate orders and a positive guest experience in a busy dining environment.

Qualifications

• Follows established recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Knowledge of FIFO, labeling, rotation, and temperature control.
• Ability to handle allergy-related requests with care and urgency.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation throughout shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to order following recipes and standards.
• Maintain workstation organization and stocking.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely per OSHA rules.
• Assist opening, mid-shift, and closing duties as directed.
• Interact professionally with guests to ensure order accuracy.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Teamwork

Guest focus

Adaptability

Communication

Job description

Paycom - ATS in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a motivated kitchen team member to prepare food items to order and maintain quality, safety, and cleanliness standards. You will follow recipes, handle allergy requests, and support fast-paced service while ensuring guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include line prep, proper storage, sanitation, and coordinating with BOH/FOH teams to deliver accurate orders and a positive guest experience in a busy dining environment.