Restaurant Line Cook

Ascent Hospitality Management; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking dedicated Cooks to join their team in Hastings. This role involves preparing delicious menu items while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety. With a supportive work environment that values family and offers flexible hours, you will have the opportunity to thrive in your culinary career. Enjoy benefits such as free meals, competitive wages, and a structured training program that promotes your professional growth. If you're passionate about cooking and providing excellent service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free Employee Meals

Flexible Hours

Referral Bonus

Yearly Anniversary Checks

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food items according to company standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Experience in maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items while maintaining food costs and cleanliness.
• Use and maintain kitchen equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Assist team members and provide excellent guest service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Food Safety Procedures

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

CyHawk Hospitality, Inc., franchisee for Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, is now hiring Cooks for our Perkins Restaurant in Hastings.

Stop in any time to apply at:
3709 Osborne Drive West - Hastings

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 maintain 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 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 for consideration.
• Assists team members
• Preps items according to recipes and procedures
• Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans, and utensils
• Assists front of house staff with cleanliness of dining room
• Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff.

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 making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. The incumbent may perform other duties as required.