Sauté Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, $18.50-$24/hr

Q39 LSMO; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Q39 LLC in Lees Summit, MO, is seeking a Sauté Cook to support a high-volume kitchen with hot sides and appetizers, delivering precision, speed, and consistency.

You will keep the station stocked and sanitary, follow recipes and plating standards, monitor temperatures and FIFO, and work closely with HOH leaders to ensure smooth service and plate quality.

Experience in fast-paced dining and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are important, with a flexible, teamwork-focused approach to every shift.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen
• Experience with hot-side and appetizer recipes and consistent portioning
• Strong knowledge of food safety, storage, FIFO, and sanitation
• Ability to work quickly and accurately during peak service
• Team-oriented with clear communication across HOH leaders and kitchen staff
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods

Responsibilities

• Station setup and organization before each shift.
• Follow recipes and plating standards for salads, cold sides, and desserts to maintain consistency.
• Monitor storage temperatures, rotation (FIFO), and sanitation to ensure freshness and safety.
• Execute cold menu items quickly to support smooth service during peak hours.
• Coordinate with HOH leaders for timing, garnishes, and final plate presentation.
• Maintain a clean station and complete end-of-shift breakdown and restocking.

Skills

Sauté cooking

Food safety

Plating accuracy

Team communication

Kitchen organization

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Q39 LLC in Lees Summit, MO, is seeking a Sauté Cook to support a high-volume kitchen with hot sides and appetizers, delivering precision, speed, and consistency.

You will keep the station stocked and sanitary, follow recipes and plating standards, monitor temperatures and FIFO, and work closely with HOH leaders to ensure smooth service and plate quality.

Experience in fast-paced dining and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are important, with a flexible, teamwork-focused approach to every shift.