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J. Alexander's Restaurants

Lexington (KY)

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USD 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

J. Alexander's Restaurants invites you to join as a Prep Cook, known for wood-fired cuisine and a commitment to high-quality service. This entry-level position offers opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and additional benefits like flexible scheduling and a 401(k) match. Ideal for those looking to develop in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Flexible scheduling
401(k) with Company Match
Opportunity for Upward Growth

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment.
  • Previous kitchen or culinary experience preferred.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Execute proper recipes and maintain food presentation standards.
  • Communicate effectively with the kitchen team.
  • Follow sanitation protocols and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Knowledge of kitchen equipment
Communication
Teamwork

Job description

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PREP COOK

J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch-made wood-fired cuisine. We strive to provide the highest-quality food and service in the hospitality industry, fostering a culture of hard work, attention to detail, and delivering the best dining experience. We take pride in being industry leaders, which is part of our company's DNA.

Our compensation is competitive, and we offer benefits like flexible scheduling, a 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for growth. We aim to inspire both professional and personal development while motivating our team to reach their goals.

Why Choose Us
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Flexible scheduling
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Opportunity for Upward Growth
Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment
  • Previous kitchen, culinary, or chef experience is preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, mixers, stoves, and ovens
  • Flexible to work various shifts
Job Description

Our restaurants operate professional, fast-paced, scratch kitchens. We hire line and prep cooks who understand high standards for food presentation and execution. The open-kitchen layout requires strong communication and teamwork with other staff members, including assemblers, expo, and management. Responsibilities include executing proper recipes, maintaining cleanliness, following sanitation protocols, and performing opening and closing duties.

We are an Equal Opportunity / E-Verify Employer. This job description is not all-inclusive, and team members may be asked to perform additional duties as needed.

Additional Information
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Temporary
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing
  • Industry: Hospitality

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