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We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy. You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere.

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food‑handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred
• Serve Safe or Food Handler’s certification (or willingness to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

• Competitive Pay
• Quality of Life/Flexible Schedules
• Advancement Opportunities – Performance‑driven & merit based, not tenure based
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
• 401k
• PTO
• No late nights – All restaurant close by 10pm everyday
• FREE Meal Policy

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• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Restaurants

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