Line Cook

Perkins American Food Co.; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join their team. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing delicious meals that meet high-quality standards, ensuring an exceptional dining experience for every guest. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers flexible scheduling, competitive wages, and a chance to grow your culinary career. If you love cooking and want to be part of a team that values quality and service, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Meal Discounts

Paid Vacation Time

Employee Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

401(k) Savings Plan

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior line cook experience is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards.
• Maintains a clean and stocked work area, adhering to proper food handling practices.

Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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• Weekly Pay: Get your earnings on a weekly basis.
• Competitive Wages: Earn more while doing what you love.
• Meal Discounts: Enjoy delicious food on and off the clock!
• Paid Vacation Time: Take a well-deserved break*.
• Employee Benefits: Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!* We've got you covered.
• Flexible Scheduling: Work-life balance is important to us.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Start saving for your future, with a company match*.
• Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us.
  
  

Benefits/Perks

• Weekly Pay: Get your earnings on a weekly basis.
• Competitive Wages: Earn more while doing what you love.
• Meal Discounts: Enjoy delicious food on and off the clock!
• Paid Vacation Time: Take a well-deserved break*.
• Employee Benefits: Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!* We've got you covered.
• Flexible Scheduling: Work-life balance is important to us.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Start saving for your future, with a company match*.
• Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us.
  
  

Company Overview

Perkins' commitment to quality and innovation began in 1958 when Matt and Ivan Perkins opened their first pancake house in Cincinnati, Ohio. Today's Perkins still serves pancakes and excels at breakfast fare. However, our restaurants also offer some 100 breakfast, lunch, and dinner items with signature dishes including specialty omelets, melt sandwiches, hearty entrees, and salads. The most iconic piece of Perkins is, you guessed it, our pie!

At Perkins, we take great pride in our service, experience, and feeding folks what they like. It's the cornerstone of our company and the thing that keeps us going after all these years. With nearly 300 company-owned and franchised locations in 32 states and two Canadian provinces, we're proud of how far we've come. Perkins American Food Co. is franchised by JDK Management Company - a family of hospitality and service companies since 1982.

Job SummaryWe are looking for a Line Cook who is passionate about preparing and cooking food for our guests to Perkins standards. You'll help provide each guest with an awesome dining experience through your passion and commitment to preparing quality food at its best.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items according to designated recipes and quality standards
• Ensures food presentation meets standards and is appealing to guests
• Monitors inventory and advises when additional prep work is needed
• Communicates effectively with others regarding ticket times, potential service problems, and other issues as they arise
• Maintains a clean and stocked work area, adhering to proper food handling and sanitation practices
• All other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Prior line cook experience is preferred, but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and bend for extended periods
  
  

Apply now and become a part of the team where pancakes are serious but delicious business!

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. EOE *Terms Apply

Compensation: $12.00 - $17.00 per hour

Founded in 1958 as a single pancake house in Ohio, Perkins American Food Co. has transformed into the nation's leading family restaurant. Through the years, Perkins has remained true to its mission of providing guests with friendly service and classic comfort dishes at a great price. Sure, Perkins started with dozens of pancakes and waffle options, but soon enough we grew to offer American staples like breakfast all day, hearty steak plates, juicy burgers, and a wide selection of handcrafted handhelds, soups, and salads. The most iconic piece of Perkins is, you guessed it, our pie!

At Perkins, we take great pride in our service, experience, and feeding folks what they like. It's the cornerstone of our company and the thing that keeps us going after all these years. With nearly 300 company-owned and franchised locations in 32 states and two Canadian provinces, we're pretty proud of how far we've come. Perkins American Food Co. is franchised by JDK Management Company - a family of hospitality and service companies since 1982.

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS

Perkins has experienced years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you want to work and grow with a company who has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and employees the best in the industry, you are in the right place!

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Perkins Corporate.

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Job Industries

• Food & Restaurant

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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