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Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Location:
United States, Hastings

Category:
Gastronomy

Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Description:

Perkins Restaurant is now hiring Prep Cooks for our Perkins Restaurant in Hastings. Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Job Responsibility:

Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards
Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times
Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty

Requirements:

Reports to work well-groomed, in clean and proper uniform and at all times practices good personal hygiene
Uses, maintains and cleans all kitchen equipment, plus preparation and storage areas
Stocks and rotates products on line to ensure they are within shelf life standards
Has sufficient knowledge of recipes, menu items and prep procedures to ensure correct portioning, quality, cooking time and performance standards
Prepares prep items according to guest request within company standards and following food safety and sanitation procedures
Ensures products are accurately portioned and ensures food products are prepared as specified by recipes
Utilizes FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items
Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers and storage areas
Follows proper safety procedures and policies concerning food handling, rotation and storage
Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift
“Clean as you go” throughout the shift
Understands OSHA requirements and health department standards
Cleans all equipment on line and other areas as directed by the Kitchen manager or Manager on duty
Anticipates, identifies and corrects system breakdowns to achieve maximum guest satisfaction
Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems. Etc.
Keeps General Manager and Manager on Duty informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration
Preps items according to recipes and procedures
Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans and utensils
Assist front of house staff with cleanliness of dining room
Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff
This position requires you to be at least 16 years of age

What we offer:

Supportive ownership that believes in family
Closed on Christmas Day
Yearly anniversary checks for continued employment*
Free Employee Meals and family discounts*
Competitive wages for your experience
Paychecks delivered weekly
Flexible hours & schedules
Structured training program for all positions
Referral bonus for great employees who recruit other great employees
Career path that rewards you financially for your advancement within the company*
Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
401k, Health Savings Account
Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, Vacation/Sick Time Benefits, Travel Accident Insurance
Discounted Tuition, Waived Application Fee, Deferred Tuition, Complimentary Course, & More!

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

On-site work

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