Rest - Cook

TAPS Management, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

TAPS Management, Inc. in Columbia, MO invites applications for a Cook position. You will follow recipes, prepare diverse dishes, and support the kitchen to deliver consistent, high-quality guest experiences.

The role emphasizes teamwork, speed, cleanliness, and attentiveness to safety standards. Flexibility to work varied shifts is preferred as you contribute to a friendly dining environment where guests feel valued.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Kitchen/culinary experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with commercial kitchen equipment desired.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipe procedures to ensure high-quality execution.
• Prepare a variety of foods using different methods and equipment.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Communicate clearly with Managers and team members.
• Put the guest first at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, stations, and work areas.

Skills

Team player

Guest-focused

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexible shifts

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Mixers

Stoves

Ovens

Broilers

Flat-tops

Job description

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Rest - Cook

Columbia, MO, US

Job Description

Position Title: Cook

Reports to: Management

Summary: Provide exceptional, perfectly-crafted Guest experiences every visit through diligent adherence to specs and standards. Be an instrumental team member by relentlessly committing to being clean, fast, and friendly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the highest quality food is properly executed by adhering to our recipe procedures
• Preparing a variety of food with different methods of preparation and using a variety of tools and equipment
• Following company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Communicating clearly and respectfully with Managers and all Team Members
• Putting the guest first at all times
• Approachable, professional, and courteous
• Be a team player with a “can-do” attitude to deliver 100% guest satisfaction
• Take pride in providing timely cook times to ensure our guests feel valued and well cared for
• Assist with cost controls of inventory, stocking, and pars
• Provide high attention to detail with the cleanliness of equipment, stations, coolers, walk-in, back dock, floors, walls, and all stainless

Education & Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous kitchen / culinary / chef experience is preferred, but not required
• Experience and knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to knives, slicers, mixers, stoves, ovens, broilers, and flattops is desired
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts

Working Conditions:

• 100% Walk and stand
• 100% Operate equipment including but not limited to knives, slicers, mixers, stoves, ovens, broilers, and flattop
• 100% Ability to read recipes, specs, and plating guides
• 75% Cleaning and sanitizing
• 75% Reach, bend, stoop, wipe, and lift up to 50 pounds