Cook - Hut's Hamburgers

About the role

As a Cook I, you will provide a supreme dining experience to guests by preparing high-quality meals. Your main goal is to ensure guests always enjoy exceptional dining experiences, whether working in an on-trend national brand or an iconic local concept. You will create and deliver first-class experiences for the traveling public while upholding the company’s service standards and fostering a safe, respectful work environment.

Responsibilities

• Embody a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and team members.
• Adhere to core values: Trust, Respect, Integrity, First-Class, Innovation, and Commitment (TRIFIC).
• Exceed First-Class Service standards with guests, business partners, and peers.
• Maintain professional grooming and uniform standards, including slip-resistant shoes.
• Prepare food with 100% recipe adherence, following directions for seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving.
• Follow production prep lists, requisition supplies, and maintain accurate records.
• Use knives, slicers, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Wash, slice, peel, and prep food items according to recipes and brand standards.
• Store prepared food items safely with proper date labeling.
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation, complying with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Restock kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Assist with ordering and planning food supplies as directed by the supervisor.
• Report equipment repair and maintenance needs to management.
• Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped food items and storage areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while multitasking and paying attention to detail.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience; high-volume or fast-casual dining experience preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent required by state.
• Ability to work unsupervised for extended periods and demonstrate good judgment when interacting with guests.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent customer service skills and proficiency in English communication (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Self-starter able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., stand for long periods, bend, reach, grip, climb ladders, and walk long distances.
• Ability to work in environments with high heat, steam, and varying odors.
• Open availability for any 8-hour shift between 4:00 AM and 11:00 PM.