Lead Cook

Perkins•Bloomington, MN

About The Position

As a Lead Cook, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and follow an established production schedule. You will also perform duties to maximize guest satisfaction and maintain a quality work environment, as directed by the Manager on Duty. The role involves preparing food to company standards, maintaining kitchen equipment and inventory, and following food safety and sanitation procedures.

Requirements

Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service, taught through in-house training.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
High level of mobility and flexibility.
Ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times.
High level of coordination.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
Ability to fit through an opening 30 inches wide.
Ability to frequently reach, bend, push, and pull.
Ability to continually stand and walk.
Ability to work with exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors.

Responsibilities

Report to work well groomed, in a clean and proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
Maintain food and equipment inventories.
Use, maintain, and clean kitchen line equipment and preparation and storage areas.
Stock and rotate products on the cooking line.
Apply knowledge of cooking stations, menu items, and preparation procedures to meet portioning, quality, cooking-time, and performance standards.
Cook and prepare menu items according to guest requests and company standards, following food safety and sanitation procedures.
Monitor food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce risks associated with foodborne illness.
Ensure all food safety regulations are followed.
Anticipate, identify, and correct system breakdowns to maximize guest satisfaction.
Communicate with the Manager on Duty and coworkers about product or service deficiencies, equipment issues, and safety problems.

Benefits

Educational assistance with DeVry University, including a complimentary laptop; immediate family members are also eligible.
Competitive pay with a service award incentive.
Daily pay access through Daily Pay.
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Flexible schedule.
Pancakes and meal discounts.
Employee discount program.
Development pathway for career growth.
Three college credit hours for completing manager training.