Breakfast Cook

Hy-Vee•Eagan, MN

About The Position

Breakfast Cooks support Hy-Vee’s Market Grille morning operations by preparing a variety of hot and cold breakfast items. The role includes preparing ingredients, assembling dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications, and helping the kitchen run smoothly throughout service. It is a fast-paced kitchen position focused on quality food and customer service. The cook provides friendly service, prepares and restocks food for service and upcoming shifts, keeps the work area clean and organized, and works with coworkers to support customer satisfaction. The role may also involve taking guest orders, ordering supplies or reporting supply needs, assisting in other store areas, and completing special projects. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in varied 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.
Ability to communicate supply needs orally or in writing.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift.
Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning and sanitation duties.
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 greet customers positively.
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 proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and organized.
Work as part of 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.