Restaurant Cook

Huddle House; Lakeland (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Vision insurance

Job summary

A community-focused restaurant franchise in Lakeland, Georgia is seeking a Restaurant Cook responsible for overseeing daily operations of the grill and food prep. This role includes ensuring proper food preparation, handling, and storage while providing excellent customer service. Candidates should demonstrate teamwork and maintain a clean and professional appearance. The franchise prioritizes a family-friendly atmosphere and a commitment to community values. Join us to make a difference while enjoying a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with all restaurant staff.
• Some previous restaurant experience preferred.
• Can do attitude and willingness to be on duty during your shift.

Responsibilities

• Report to work on time in a clean and complete uniform.
• Greet all customers with a smile and a verbal greeting.
• Prepare food in a timely manner once the order is placed.
• Complete the position checklist while stocking and preparing the unit.
• Bring all items of concern to the manager immediately.
• Know the menu and daily features to ensure correct presentation.
• Follow the Huddle House steps of service with each guest.
• Practice all rules for safety food handling and cash security.
• Perform all prepping and cleaning duties as assigned.
• Control waste and manage portion sizes.

Skills

Effective communication

Uniform compliance

Customer service

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance

HUDDLE HOUSE Is a Unique Member Of The Communities It Serves. The Bonds Created Between Our Team Members And Our Customers Are Unlike Those Seen In Most Other Chain Restaurants. Our Company Purpose Reflects This Unique Element Of The Huddle House Dining Experience: Bringing Friends and Families Together over Delicious Food Served from the Heart. At Huddle House, we believe it’s “YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN.” Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We’re giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it’s a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: “Get comfortable…this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN”.

Job Summary

The Restaurant Cook will oversee the day to day operation of the grill and food prep in the restaurant. The incumbent will be responsible for proper food preparation, handling, and storage. This person will be expected to provide excellent customer service and will be a strong teammate to our franchise partner.

Responsibilities

• Report to work on time in a clean and complete proper uniform
• Greet all customers with a smile and a verbal greeting: “Good Morning or Welcome to Huddle House.”
• Prepare food in a timely manner once the order is placed
• Complete the position checklist while stocking and preparing the unit for the next shift
• Bring all items of concern to the attention of the manager immediately, especially safety concerns and customer service complaints
• Know the menu, the daily features when applicable and be sure they are cooked and presented correctly
• Know and follow the Huddle House steps of service with each and every guest to maximize shift sales
• Practice all rules for safety food handling cash security and all other restaurant policies
• Perform all prepping and cleaning duties as detailed or assigned by supervisor
• Make a difference in food cost by controlling waste and portion control

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with all restaurant staff
• Some previous restaurant experience preferred
• “Can do” attitude and willingness to be at your during your shift

Our Values

• Commitment to Excellence
• Work Hard
• Teamwork
• Make a Difference
• Have Fun

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 Huddle House Corporate.