Restaurant Line Cook - Evening and Overnight Shifts

Ascent Hospitality Management; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Cooks for evening and overnight shifts at their vibrant downtown restaurant. This role involves preparing delicious menu items while ensuring the kitchen remains clean and organized. You'll work in a supportive environment that values family and offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and a structured training program. Join a team that rewards your hard work with career advancement opportunities and benefits like free meals and referral bonuses. If you're passionate about food and customer satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free Employee Meals

Flexible Hours

Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Yearly Anniversary Checks

Supportive Ownership

Closed on Christmas Day

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment with a focus on food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to company standards and guest requests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and adhere to safety procedures.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Storage Systems

Job description

CyHawk Hospitality, Inc., franchisee for Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, is now hiring Cooks for evening and overnight shifts at our Perkins Restaurant in downtown Sioux City.

Stop in any time to apply at:
501 Gordon Drive. | 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 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 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 and proper uniform, practicing good personal hygiene at all times
• Uses, maintains, and cleans all kitchen equipment, along with 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 costs
• 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'
• Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards
• Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed
• Anticipates, identifies, and corrects system breakdowns to ensure 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 issues and proposes solutions
• Assists team members with prep tasks, dishwashing, and maintaining cleanliness of the dining area
• Provides guest service by effective communication and cooperation with front of house staff

This position description is not exhaustive and may include other duties as required. It reflects the principal job elements essential for performance, development, and compensation decisions.