Breakfast Cook

Hy-Vee•Moline, IL

About The Position

Breakfast Cooks support the Market Grille morning operation by preparing hot and cold breakfast items, prepping ingredients, assembling dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications, and helping keep the kitchen running smoothly throughout service. The role is suited to someone who enjoys kitchen work, takes pride in food quality, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position provides prompt, friendly customer service, prepares and monitors food for service, maintains sanitation and an organized work area, and collaborates with co-workers to support customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment. Employees may assist elsewhere in the store or with special projects as assigned. The anticipated starting wage is $16.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on experience. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
Able to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in varied situations with limited standardization.
Able to perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, and count and record accurately.
Able to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing.
Able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift.
Where applicable, safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation.
Where applicable, operate a delivery vehicle in accordance with applicable DOT standards.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Greet customers with a smile and provide prompt, friendly service.
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 needed during the shift.
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 proper 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.