Rustic Cafe Cook-Haskell

Kent Companies; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Companies' Rustic Cafe is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment in Texas.

The role emphasizes proper food safety, reading orders, teamwork, and delivering friendly service. You will stand for long periods, handle heavy lifting, and support the kitchen and front-of-house as needed.

Commitment to safety and cleanliness and willingness to work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Age 18 years+ and must pass a drug test.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 10 hours daily.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs (and occasionally up to 55 lbs).
• Must be able to climb ladders and step stools.
• Willingness to work varied shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high quality, delicious food following local and brand food safety procedures.
• Greet guests with a smile and a verbal greeting and serve them promptly.
• Operate grill and cooking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read tickets and prepare each item using approved abbreviations.
• Stock and prep the unit for the next shift.
• Keep work station, dining area, and kitchen clean at all times.
• Follow all restaurant policies on safety and cash handling.
• Report safety concerns to the manager immediately.
• Work as part of a team to ensure smooth service.

Job description

Description

Rustic Cafe Cook Essential Functions: Prepare high quality, delicious food following all local and brand food safety procedures and brand recipes Report to work on time in a clean, complete, proper uniform with a positive attitude ready to work. Greet all guests with a smile and a verbal greeting. Operate grill and cooking machinery properly and safely. Be able to prepare all food and read tickets using proper, approved abbreviations in a timely manner. Complete the position checklist while stocking and preparing the unit for the next shift. Using all tools provided by the manager keep the store clean at all times, including but not limited to work station, bussing tables, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning kitchen, storerooms, parking lot, dumpster area, bathrooms and walls. Bring all items of concern to the attention of the manager immediately, especially safety concerns and guest service complaints. Know the menu, the daily features when applicable, and how to prepare each item correctly. Know your duties and the duties of coworkers to maximize teamwork throughout the day. Practice all rules for safety food handling, cash security and all other restaurant policies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Age: 18 years+ and must pass a drug test.

Additional Information

Must be able to stand and walk up to 10 (ten) hours daily performing the functions as described above. Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. (and occasionally, up to 55 lbs.) from floor level to above shoulder height; must be able to climb ladders and step stools; must be able to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting.