Cook job description

This entry-level kitchen position earns a competitive wage of $15/hour . We provide terrific benefits , including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k), and discounts on hotel rooms. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

SCHEDULE

This entry-level restaurant position is full-time. We offer two shift options for you to choose from: 5 am - 12 noon or 4 pm - 11 pm.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COOK

As a Cook, you are the engine that makes our hotel restaurant run. You enthusiastically prepare breakfast or dinner items and ensure that food is ready and cooked properly in a timely manner. In the morning, you make sure the breakfast buffet line is prepped. You also cook made-to-order items, such as omelets, french toast, and pancakes. You have a thorough knowledge of our menu, which comes in handy as you prepare food for our guests.

Always meticulous, you take charge of completing daily cleaning and sanitation checklists while following all safety procedures. You also maintain a well-functioning kitchen environment by keeping things well stocked and organized. As a crucial part of our food service team, you find great fulfillment in making good food and contributing to our guests' experience!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to obtain a food handler's permit

Can you work effectively in a fast-paced environment? Are you detail-oriented? Do you work well with others? If yes, you might just be perfect for this entry-level food service position!

ABOUT HILTON GARDEN INN OF OVERLAND PARK

Our hotel strives to provide the best service possible and ensure our guests feel right at home with our free WiFi, restaurant, fitness center, indoor pool, and 24-hour snack shop. We offer comfortable accommodations and caring staff that ensure every stay is memorable. Our team contributes to a very uplifting work environment that inspires each person to succeed in their role. We know that our employees are at the heart of what we do, which is why we value their time by offering flexible scheduling and room for advancement . Working together is the foundation of our success, and one of the reasons our team loves coming to work here!

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR KITCHEN TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level food service job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 66211

Job Posted by ApplicantPro

The schedule is for DAY SHIFT and that would be for about 7 OR 8am until 4-5PM

the job includes but not limited to duties such as

filtering the cooking oil and changing oil when it needs to be changed

setting up the kitchen

cooking and preparing the food we sell to the customers

doing dishes

mopping floors

taking out trash

keeping the kitchen clean and neat

Our restaurant teams are passionate about the industry, inspiring others, coaching, mentoring, and delivering an exceptional customer experience in a clean and positive atmosphere!! No experience necessary as we have have certified trainers that will guide and mentor!!

Plain and Simple. We take the time to develop and grow with you! We want our restaurant to succeed by your accomplishments, and we want those accomplishments to never go unrecognized! That is who we are as a company, and as a team!

Here is what it takes to be a great crewmember (all positions):

Applicant must be at least 16 years of age (under 18 requires working papers from within the state of employment)

Able to provide proper ID., Birth Certificate and or Social Sec. Card

Eligible to work in the United States

Reliable transportation to and from work.

Able to stand for long periods of time and able to handle working in a fast-paced environment

Must be willing to smile, ALOT!!!

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Strong work and team ethic with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction

Strong multitasking abilities

Have patience and understanding

Must have urgency in everything you do

Take ownership and responsibility with your decisions

Neat, clean, professional appearance

Willing to work a flexible schedule

Follow standards and policies as trained and exemplified in our handbook.

Willingness to help others and be part of a team.

Benefits of Working for Us:

You are a person not just a number

Safe, organize, and energetic atmosphere

Excellent training

Accelerated \step up\ program with regular evaluations and coaching

Flexible Schedule

Schedule posted 1 week in advance

Part time and full time available

Competitive hourly wage for our industry

COMPLIMENTARY meals during breaks

Here is what it takes to be a great Cook (Chicken Master)

As a Chicken Master you will produce the Colonel's famous Original and Extra Crispy chicken. Along with our Chicken Sandwich filets and our juicy Extra Crispy Tenders!!. There are many facets to a Cook position with our company. You must have the desire to stay busy and stay on schedule. You will be fully trained to become a Chicken Master. You will be responsible to follow build projections for our products. You will be responsible for rotating and recording expiration times for all of our product that you cook. You will be using chemicals from time to time to clean and sanitize our kitchen to keep up with our cleanliness standards. You must always show pride in chicken that is breaded properly time and time again. Since we make everything in our kitchen by hand, the quality and consistency is directly reflective of how you follow our breading procedures. A cook in our store also handles dishwashing duties. Cooks must always present a neat and clean appearance. They must also be able to lift our chicken crates that can weigh up to 50lbs. You will also be required to mop floors and rotate our stock on a nightly basis. Of course we emphasize that lifting anything heavy in our store should be a team effort (team lift).

Company Introduction

Our company is one that respects and values our employees. We offer flexible scheduling and competitive wages as well as meal discounts. As an employee at our store you are part of a team and part of a family. We respect each other and hold team commitment as our highest priority. With our company you are a person and not just a number.

As a Cook, you know that our food is at the core of who we are. Whether you're flipping pancakes as a Grill Cook; prepping fresh salads and desserts as a Prep Cook; or hand-rolling buttermilk biscuits as a Backup Cook, you'll make sure our guests leave full and happy every time.
Responsibilities:
As a member of our kitchen team, you will use Cracker Barrel's recipes and methods of food preparation to whip up our full menu of Southern favorites. In this role, you will please our guests by correctly preparing menu items to our high standards of professional cooking. You will also meet company standards of quality, safety, cleanliness and hospitality in providing guests with the most satisfactory food possible. As a Cook, you will have flexible hours (full or part time) and the opportunity for promotion and continued development!
Qualifications:
You will need to be 18 years old, able to stand for long periods, work in a variety of environments, be expected to lift, load and carry up to 40 pounds, and work with hot and cold food items. You must be able to understand and carry out instructions while working effectively with co-workers and managers to please our guests.

We'd love to get to know you! Text "
CBJOBS
" to
97211
to start your application or click "Apply for the job online" above.


NOTE:
Racism, either overt or perpetuated through unconscious bias, has no place at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, and both our Mission and People Promise are firmly rooted in the principle of valuing what everyone brings to the table. Our employees work hard to ensure that our brand, which is grounded in genuine hospitality and nostalgia, represents only what is good about those things. While our d cor and food may harken back to earlier times, our inclusive culture and beliefs about equality and diversity do not.

Come for the biscuits and stay for the perks- Cracker Barrel offers our employees:

Culture of Belonging: We believe in Family. We care about your wellbeing and your success. We foster an atmosphere where employees care for each other like family. Our employees are encouraged to be themselves, and this means we accept and celebrate our differences. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Top Notch Training: PAR Training program: our hourly employee training program is built to help you grow and succeed. Earn your stars and be rewarded with pay increases We have a unique role of the Employee Training Coordinator at each location and their purpose is to help you be successful in your role Cross Training- If you thrive in an environment where no day is the same, you can cross train and work in a variety of roles for your store Diverse Career Paths: Cracker Barrel values internal development- whether you want to become an Employee Training Coordinator, a Shift Leader, a Restaurant or Retail Manager, or come join us at our Home Office in Lebanon, TN to work in corporate support for our stores; we are committed to helping you reach your personal career goals. Competitive Pay and Benefits: Competitive pay based on your experience with opportunities to earn additional pay increases with the PAR Training program Paychecks weekly or daily - You can access the pay you've earned throughout the week! Flexible Schedules Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits starting on day 1 401K with company matching starting at 90 days Vacation Time 35% off restaurant and retail items Employee Stock Purchasing Program