Restaurant Line Cook

Ascent Hospitality Management; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Cook(s) to join their team in Cheyenne. This role involves preparing menu items, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards are met. With a supportive ownership that values family, employees can expect competitive wages, flexible hours, and structured training. The position offers a career path that rewards advancement, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow within the hospitality industry. Join a team that prioritizes guest satisfaction and quality in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Free Employee Meals

Family Discounts

Yearly Anniversary Checks

Flexible Hours

Structured Training Program

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Knowledge of menu items and prep procedures.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to company standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and prep areas.
• Control food costs and ensure quality.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Hygiene

Recipe Knowledge

Food Safety Standards

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 a clean and proper uniform, practicing 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 request within company standards and 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 and policies concerning food handling, rotation, and storage
• Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift
• “Clean as you go” throughout 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/or issues and proposes alternative solutions
• Assists team members with prepping items, assisting dishwasher, and helping front of house staff with cleanliness and guest service

Disclaimer: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list 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.