Cook - Henderson, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Henderson, KY

About the position

Tumbleweed Restaurant is seeking a dedicated and efficient Cook to join their team. This role involves preparing food items, ensuring food safety and quality standards, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. The position offers a flexible work schedule and competitive pay, along with various unique benefits.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the preparation of all food products to ensure they meet all food safety and quality standards
• Prepare and supply food items to the cook’s line
• Prepare foods using the prep list to ensure fresh product
• Maintain the mesquite fire at proper levels to ensure proper cooking surface on the grill
• Complete HACCP accurately and notify a manager when items are not correct
• Prepare product tags and stock items for designated work area
• Prepare food to specifications
• Work to ensure a steady, sufficient flow of products that reach expo so that there is no break in production
• Monitor the preparation of food to meet Tumbleweed standards
• Perform the work necessary to open and close the kitchen efficiently
• Monitor the flow of supplies to the line to ensure no delays in production
• Maintain Tumbleweed standards of personal cleanliness and hygiene
• Know all the menu items, ingredients and portions thoroughly
• Keep the work area clean, clear and organized
• Follow the rules of rotation, cleanliness, storage and use of food
• Adhere to Tumbleweed’s safety and sanitation guidelines
• Clean and maintain equipment for designated work area
• Perform all side work as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Friendly and outgoing disposition
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to analyze and solve simple, reoccurring problems
• Alert and caring attitude toward job responsibilities
• High value on helpfulness and teamwork
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in highly distracting circumstances
• Personal pride in appearance and work performed
• Shows a real, personal concern for quality
• Ability to follow direction, recipes and guidelines
• A strong concern for organization and cleanliness
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits

• Health care
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan
• ROTH plan
• Thanksgiving and Christmas day off
• Formal training program
• Anniversary & achievement recognition program
• Discounted meals