QSR Restaurant Cook

About the role

Fair Oaks Farms is the Midwest's leading agritourism destination, powered by a founder-led culture of teamwork, innovation, and passion. Our 300+ team members bring creativity and dedication to everything we do, from guest experiences to sustainable farming education. We create an environment where people connect, learn, and feel inspired.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Read food orders from computer printouts and prepare food items according to established menu plans.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of products to guests.
• Ensure work procedures, quality standards, and menu specifications are adhered to.
• Coordinate and communicate on orders with dining room staff.
• Prepare all food items accurately in a timely manner.
• Complete all assigned prep items as written on the prep sheet.
• Use and maintain all assigned areas and equipment in a sanitary, safe, and effective manner.
• Communicate with Management consistently.
• Perform all job functions in conjunction with the guidelines described in the FOF Employee Handbook.
• Complete duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Familiar with cooking techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a wide variety of food items, to standard, in a high-volume, fast-paced operation.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of the application of sanitation procedures.
• Ability to check that ingredients remain fresh and safe for consumption.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must be able to work weekdays (AM or PM), weekends, nights and holidays.
• Must possess a “Sense of Urgency” within our work culture to contribute to our system of teamwork and kitchen efficiency and productivity.
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours or more, if necessary.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must have or can obtain food handlers permit.

Skills

• Food preparation skills.
• Manual dexterity for handling kitchen tools and equipment.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.