COOK/ASSISTANT MANAGER

$45,000 - $55,000/Yr

MARIA's BISCOTTI/SPOONFUL SOUP & EATS - Milford, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Milford, PA

About the position

The Cook/Assistant Manager at Spoonful Soup & Eats is responsible for preparing high-quality, home-cooked meals in a busy take-out environment. This role combines culinary skills with management responsibilities, ensuring food safety and sanitation while providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cooks hot food to order in a timely, detail-oriented manner, per existing recipes
• Prepares sufficient mise for service
• Places fulfillment orders for necessary items to execute recipes as defined
• Assists other departments with prep and maintenance work, as needed
• Ensures staff is familiar with new and existing products
• Organizes and maintains a clean, safe walk-in and kitchen
• Maintains the highest level of food safety and sanitation

Requirements

• Experience working as a cook, especially in a busy take-out/lunchenette setting; culinary school experience a plus
• Ability to work cleanly and efficiently, producing minimal waste
• Highly meticulous, punctual and detail-oriented
• A positive attitude and an enthusiastic desire to do excellent work in all areas of the shop
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and spend 8+ hours standing
• Ability to work in a fast pace, erratic environment
• A diligent approach to safety and sanitation; food safety certification required
• A team player with a willingness to jump in and help with all tasks
• A self-starter and hard worker who looks to work smart
• Desire to help take this successful Mom & Pop operation to the next level

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Even-handed management
• Reliable hours
• Consecutive days off
• Room for growth
• Bonuses based on business performance and growth