Restaurant Line Cook

Ascent Hospitality Management; Sioux City (IA); 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 downtown Sioux City. This role offers flexible hours and structured training, ensuring you thrive in a supportive environment. As a Cook, you'll prepare delicious menu items while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. With opportunities for career advancement and competitive wages based on experience, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a rewarding culinary career. Join a team that values family and community, and enjoy benefits like free meals and referral bonuses.

Benefits

Supportive ownership

Closed on Christmas Day

Yearly anniversary checks

Free Employee Meals

Competitive wages

Weekly paychecks

Flexible hours

Structured training program

Referral bonus

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of recipes and food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items according to company standards.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and prep areas.
• Controls food costs and ensures accurate portioning.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

CyHawk Hospitality, Inc., franchisee for Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, is now hiring Cooks for all shifts, including evenings and overnight shifts at our Perkins Restaurant in downtown Sioux City. Availability on Friday and Saturday nights is required. Pay depends on experience; 3 years of cooking experience is preferred.

Stop in any time to apply at:
501 Gordon Drive | Downtown Sioux City

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 based on experience
6. Weekly paychecks
7. Flexible hours and schedules
8. Structured training program for all positions
9. Referral bonus for recruiting other great employees
10. Career advancement opportunities with financial rewards*

*Ask the 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 kitchen cleanliness at all times. Performs duties to maximize guest satisfaction and ensure a positive work environment, as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Position Activities and Tasks

• Prepares cooking items
• Reports to work well-groomed, in a clean uniform, practicing good personal hygiene
• Uses, maintains, and cleans all kitchen equipment, as well as preparation and storage areas
• Stocks and rotates products to ensure they are within shelf life standards
• Knows recipes, menu items, and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning, quality, and timing
• Prepares prep items according to guest requests, following food safety and sanitation procedures
• Controls food costs and ensures accurate portioning
• Utilizes FIFO standards during preparation
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen, prep areas, coolers, and storage areas
• Follows safety procedures concerning food handling, rotation, and storage
• Conducts line sweeps and 'clean as you go' practices throughout shifts
• Understands OSHA and health department standards
• Cleans all equipment and areas as directed
• Identifies and corrects system issues to maximize guest satisfaction
• Communicates with management and coworkers about issues and solutions
• Assists team members with prep and dishwashing tasks
• Supports front of house staff with cleanliness and guest service

This description is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned as needed.