Fry Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Shady Nook Inn; Hudson (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun environment

Great team

Job summary

Shady Nook Inn, a lakeside bar restaurant, seeks a reliable Fry Cook / Kitchen Team Member to operate the fry station, prepare fried items, and uphold top food quality and sanitation. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes and portion standards while coordinating with the team to keep tickets moving efficiently.

The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to inventory and station readiness across opening, service, and closing shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous fry cook or line cook experience preferred.
• Experience with fryers and hot cooking equipment.
• Strong attention to timing, quality, cleanliness, and food safety.
• Able to follow recipes and portion standards.
• Capable of working well as part of a team.
• Reliable and organized during busy shifts.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the fryer station during service.
• Prepare fried items according to recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor fryer oil quality, temperature, and cooking times.
• Keep the fry station stocked, clean, and organized.
• Prepare and portion ingredients for the fry station.
• Follow all food-handling, allergen-awareness, safety and sanitation procedures.
• Help with opening, closing, cleaning, and basic kitchen prep duties.
• Communicate with kitchen team to keep ticket times moving.
• Assist with inventory, restocking, and supply organization.

Skills

Fry cooking

Kitchen teamwork

Food safety

Time management

Tools

Fryer

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Fry Cook / Kitchen Team Member to join our team. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in preparing consistently great food. This role is primarily responsible for operating the fry station, preparing fried menu items, and maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the fryer station during service

• Prepare fried menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines

• Monitor fryer oil quality, temperature, and cooking times to ensure safe, consistent results

• Keep the fry station stocked, clean, organized, and ready for service

• Prepare and portion ingredients needed for the fry station

• Follow all food-handling, allergen-awareness, safety, and sanitation procedures

• Help with opening, closing, cleaning, and basic kitchen prep duties

• Communicate with kitchen team members to keep ticket times moving efficiently

• Assist with inventory, restocking, and supply organization as needed

Requirements

• Previous fry cook, line cook, or kitchen experience preferred

• Comfortable working with fryers and hot cooking equipment in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to timing, quality, cleanliness, and food safety

• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and direction from kitchen leadership

• Ability to work well as part of a team

• Reliable, dependable, and able to remain organized during busy shifts

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds

Benefits

• Fun and energetic work environment

• Opportunity to be part of a great team

About Us

Shady Nook Inn is a lakeside bar restaurant located on the scenic shores of Big Long Lake. We pride ourselves on offering a unique dining experience that celebrates the beauty of lakeside living and the joy of good food and drink with good friends.