Restaurant Line Cook

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Cooks to join their team in Cheyenne. This role starts part-time with the potential to transition into full-time, offering a supportive work environment that values family and teamwork. You will be responsible for preparing menu items, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Enjoy benefits like free employee meals, flexible schedules, and a structured training program that promotes career advancement. If you are passionate about food and service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Free Employee Meals

Family Discounts

Flexible Hours

Yearly Anniversary Checks

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare menu items according to standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooking items and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Control food costs and ensure proper portioning.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Food Safety Standards

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Cook(s) for our Perkins Restaurant in Cheyenne. Availability during evenings, weekends, and holidays is a must. This will start out as part-time and will move into a full-time position.

Stop in any time to apply at:
1730 Dell Range Blvd. - Cheyenne

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

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

POSITION ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

• Prepares cooking items
• Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform, and practices good personal hygiene at all times
• Uses, maintains, and cleans all kitchen equipment, plus preparation and storage areas
• Stocks and rotates products on line to ensure they are within shelf life standards
• Has sufficient knowledge of recipes, menu items, and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning, quality, cooking time, and performance standards
• Prepares prep items according to guest requests within company standards, following food safety and sanitation procedures
• Controls food cost
• Ensures products are accurately portioned and prepared as specified by recipes
• Utilizes FIFO (first in, first out) standards when preparing items
• Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage areas
• Follows proper safety procedures concerning food handling, rotation, and storage
• Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift
• Practices 'clean as you go' during the shift
• Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards
• Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty
• Anticipates, identifies, and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction
• Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems, etc.
• Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and proposes solutions
• Assists team members with prep and cleaning tasks
• Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans, and utensils
• Helps front of house staff with cleanliness of dining area
• Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff

Disclaimer

This position description is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It reflects the principal job elements essential for performance, employee development, and compensation. The incumbent may perform other duties as required.