Restaurant Kitchen Team Member – Growth & Perks

LV Petroleum; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 1

Weekly Pay

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

LV Petroleum is seeking Restaurant Team Members for our travel center location. Our cooks play a vital role in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining an efficient kitchen. Cashiers provide a pleasant guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include food prep, cooking assistance, cleanliness, inventory support, and teamwork with kitchen and front-of-house staff. Flexible to evenings, weekends, and holidays; safety and hygiene guidelines are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food prep experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay focused under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Willingness to learn and follow kitchen protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables and marinating meats.
• Follow recipes and menu specifications to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist with kitchen setup and organization, ensuring tools and ingredients are available.
• Cook or assist in cooking dishes according to diner menu specifications.
• Monitor food to ensure proper cooking temperatures and quality standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (grills, fryers, ovens, stovetops).
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including countertops and dishes.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety and compliance.
• Dispose of waste properly and manage waste streams per protocols.
• Assist with restocking kitchen supplies and monitor inventory levels.
• Work with kitchen staff to meet demand and communicate with front-of-house staff.
• Support training of new kitchen staff when needed.
• Follow established cooking procedures, portion sizes, and presentation standards.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Willingness to learn

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ovens

Stovetops

Job description

LV Petroleum is seeking Restaurant Team Members for our travel center location. Our cooks play a vital role in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining an efficient kitchen. Cashiers provide a pleasant guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include food prep, cooking assistance, cleanliness, inventory support, and teamwork with kitchen and front-of-house staff. Flexible to evenings, weekends, and holidays; safety and hygiene guidelines are mandatory.