Precision Cook: Recipe-Driven, Fast-Paced Kitchen

Village Inn; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Inn in Iowa City, IA is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items according to recipes and standards. Responsibilities include timely station readiness, accurate portioning, and maintaining cleanliness while supporting a fast-paced service.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience and can work flexible shifts including nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential to the role.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely readiness of station and proper uniform.
• Maintain pace: brisk, organized workflow with no unnecessary steps.
• Adhere to recipes and portion controls using scales and recipe cards.
• Portion accurately using scales and utensils; perform portion-control tests.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean to a like-new standard; practice clean-as-you-go.
• Maintain productivity and quality; balance quantity and quality within timeframes.
• Stay organized and plan ahead to stock supplies before rushes.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and support a safe work environment.
• Receive, rotate, and stock food items as needed.
• Provide prep support as required.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Village Inn in Iowa City, IA is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items according to recipes and standards. Responsibilities include timely station readiness, accurate portioning, and maintaining cleanliness while supporting a fast-paced service.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of related experience and can work flexible shifts including nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential to the role.