Breakfast Cook/Short Order Cook - Dutch Square
About The Position
Lizard's Thicket is hiring a Breakfast Cook/Short-Order Cook at its Dutch Square location in Columbia, South Carolina. The cook prepares traditional breakfast foods according to the restaurant's recipe manual, using kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, waffle irons, toasters, and fryers. The role involves preparing potentially hundreds of made-to-order meals during busy mornings while maintaining food quality, consistency, and timely service. Cooks work in a fast-paced kitchen, follow safe food-handling practices, store and handle food properly, and regularly inspect serving areas for cleanliness and sanitation. The position generally starts at 5 a.m. and involves an 8–10-hour shift. The role is available full- or part-time, with AM shifts. Weekend work and some holiday work are required.
Requirements
- Experience as a cook or in a relevant role is preferred.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Good customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to memorize information and read and follow directions.
- Ability to work independently and make sound judgment calls when appropriate.
- Flexibility and dependability.
- Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to present a professional, well-kept appearance.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Experience as a cook or in a relevant role is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare traditional-style breakfast foods by following the restaurant's recipe manual.
- Use grills, ovens, waffle irons, toasters, fryers, and other kitchen equipment to prepare food.
- Prepare made-to-order meals efficiently during busy morning service.
- Maintain the quality and consistency of food and ensure it is ready in a timely manner.
- Follow proper food storage, handling, and sanitation practices.
- Regularly inspect serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
- Contribute to a kitchen team and help provide good customer service.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Free $15,000 life insurance policy after a 60–90 day period.
- Paid vacation/PTO annually.
- Supplemental insurance benefits.
- 8% discount on Verizon Wireless plans.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Discounted meals.
- Annual performance reviews.
- Daily pay availability for full- and part-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
