Precision Prep Cook: Fast, Team‑Oriented & Recipe‑Driven

famousdavescareers; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's in Rockford, IL, is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items per recipes and standards. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and quality, and work to meet timeliness goals.

The role requires strong attention to detail, initiative, and teamwork, with flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays. A positive attitude and reliable work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safe food handling

Positive attitude

Communication

Ability to multitask

Job description

Famous Dave's in Rockford, IL, is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items per recipes and standards. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and quality, and work to meet timeliness goals.

The role requires strong attention to detail, initiative, and teamwork, with flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays. A positive attitude and reliable work ethic are essential.