Restaurant Line Cook

Ascent Hospitality Management; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality Management is hiring a Cook for Perkins Restaurant in Altoona. The Cook will prepare menu items, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure food safety standards are met. This role offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free Employee Meals and family discounts

Yearly anniversary checks

Referral bonus for great employees

Structured training program

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cooking items and assists with food prep according to recipes.
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen and adheres to safety procedures.
• Communicates effectively with management regarding issues.

Skills

Food Safety

Time Management

Teamwork

Job description

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Cooks for our Perkins Restaurant in Altoona.

Stop in any time to apply at:

2621 Adventureland Dr. - Altoona

Benefits of working for us include:

1. Supportive ownership that believes in family
2. Closed on Christmas Day
3. Yearly anniversary checks for continued employment*
4. Free Employee Meals and family discounts*
5. Competitive wages for your experience
6. Paychecks delivered weekly
7. Flexible hours & schedules
8. Structured training program for all positions
9. Referral bonus for great employees who recruit other great employees
10. Career path that rewards you financially for your advancement within the company*Ask manager for details

Summary of Position

The Cook prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and the cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and create a positive work environment as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Position Activities and Tasks

• Prepares cooking items and assists with food prep according to recipes and safety standards
• Maintains personal hygiene, wears a clean and proper uniform
• Uses, maintains, and cleans all kitchen equipment and areas
• Stocks and rotates products to ensure freshness and compliance with shelf life standards
• Ensures correct portioning and food quality, following recipes and FIFO standards
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage areas
• Follows safety procedures concerning food handling, rotation, and storage
• Performs line sweeps and “clean as you go” practices throughout the shift
• Adheres to OSHA and health department standards
• Assists team members and front of house staff as needed
• Communicates effectively with management regarding issues and improvements

Disclaimer: This description is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.