Breakfast Cook

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Gladstone, MO

11d

About The Position

The Breakfast Cook supports the Market Grille morning operation by preparing a variety of hot and cold breakfast foods. The role involves preparing ingredients, assembling dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications, and helping keep the kitchen running smoothly throughout the shift. It is a fast-paced kitchen position focused on quality food, customer service, and teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in situations with limited standardization.
Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accurately.
Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas.
Where applicable, ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation.
Where applicable, ability to operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards.

Nice To Haves

Six months or less of similar or related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, friendly customer service and make customer interactions positive.
Prepare cooking surfaces and ready the kitchen for service.
Prepare vegetables, sides, meats, and breakfast foods according to restaurant recipes and specifications.
Place food in hot cases, monitor quantities, and refill as necessary.
Prepare items for upcoming shifts to support a smooth transition.
Stay knowledgeable about menu items and take guest orders as needed.
Order products and supplies when necessary or notify the department head of needs.
Follow sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and organized.
Work with co-workers as a team to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as assigned.
Maintain personal hygiene and dress standards and follow Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.
Report to work as scheduled and on time.