Cook

K-VA-T Food Stores•Harlan, KY
•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares food for the Food Service department according to applicable manual guidelines and produces quality food and products that meet or exceed customer and company expectations. The role supports courteous, efficient customer service and a friendly, positive working environment. Food Service Associates may be cross-trained in multiple areas with varying responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to meet standard physical, mental, and visual demands.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions.
  • Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to maintain daily contact and interaction with individuals at various levels.
  • Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts and adhere to company time and attendance policies.

Nice To Haves

  • Food Service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service by greeting and speaking with customers.
  • Contribute to a friendly, positive, and fun working environment through flexibility and teamwork.
  • Prepare Food Service department food according to applicable manual guidelines.
  • Prepare grill orders and use the fryer according to manual guidelines.
  • Slice meats and cheeses.
  • Rotate products in coolers and freezers and help maintain product code dates.
  • Put up stock.
  • Follow the company Food Safety program.
  • Keep the workstation and surrounding area neat and clean, including washing dishes, mopping, and cleaning ventilation areas.
  • Assist with ordering products and supplies needed for daily operations.
  • Ensure packaged self-service products have appropriate packaging, correct weights, and ingredients in accordance with local weights and measures regulations.
  • Cross-train in multiple areas and perform varying responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Weekly paychecks with direct deposit
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Medical plan with wellness benefits
  • Dental plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacations
  • Associate offers
  • Flexible schedules
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