Grill Cook

Bob Evans Restaurants•Valley Park, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grill Cook prepares orders by following company recipes, carryout procedures, and plating standards. The role prepares and cooks meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and other foods using approved equipment and methods, and ensures meals are appealing, properly portioned, high quality, and served hot and fresh in a timely manner. The cook prioritizes preparation so all items on an order are ready together. The Grill Cook follows food-handling, health, and sanitation standards; maintains personal grooming and kitchen cleanliness; and operates and maintains kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. The position may also assist in other job categories and perform other assigned duties. Bob Evans emphasizes farm-fresh food, guest service, teamwork, and a safe environment for employees and guests.

Requirements

0–2 years of related experience.
Strong knowledge of commonly used restaurant concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to rely on experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask.
Ability to maintain a high pace and intensity for an extended period.
Strong menu knowledge and the ability to accurately read, organize, and coordinate tickets.
Dependability and exceptional teamwork skills.
Ability to stand for an entire shift and walk for long periods without rest or sitting.
Ability to push, lift, carry, and transfer up to 50 pounds.
Ability to reach and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to bend and stoop, taste and smell, and verbally communicate with others.
Ability to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
Ability to access all areas of the restaurant, including selling floors, stock areas, and register areas.

Responsibilities

Prepare each order according to company recipes, carryout procedures, and plating standards.
Prepare and cook meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and other foods according to the current Bob Evans recipe book and related storyboards.
Prepare visibly appealing meals and deliver hot, fresh food in a timely manner.
Use approved cooking equipment and methods to produce high-quality meals.
Follow food-handling, health, and sanitation standards.
Maintain personal grooming standards, wash hands frequently, wear gloves to prevent bare-hand contact, and promptly change soiled aprons.
Follow standard portion sizes, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain the quality and appearance of all food prepared and served.
Prioritize food preparation so all items for an order are finished at the same time.
Properly maintain and operate kitchen equipment, using it safely and efficiently.
Assist in other job categories when asked and perform other duties as assigned.