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    Lead Cook - Des Moines, United States - Perkins

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    BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS

    Benefits & Perks:
    • Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptop**
    • Immediate Family Members also qualify
    • Competitive Pay with Service Award Incentive
    • Get paid daily through Daily Pay
    • Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and more***
    • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
    • Flexible Schedule
    • All you can eat pancakes + meal discounts
    • Employee Discount Program
    • Development Pathway: Step by step process to grow your career
    • 3 College Credits hours for completing manager training****
    Founded in 1958, Perkins operates 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces. The Perkins system includes 81 company-owned and operated restaurants and 234 franchised units. Throughout its history, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery has remained true to its mission of providing guests with personalized service and delicious, homestyle food at great value.

    Perkins has had years of success through ensuring 100% guest satisfaction on every visit. If you wish to work and evolve with a company that has a proven track record of success, has an unmatched commitment to their employees and hires the best in the industry, you are in the right place

    Position Description


    As a Lead Cook, you will supervise day-to-day kitchen operations and follow an established production schedule. Also, you will carry out all tasks to maximize guest satisfaction and a quality work environment under Manager on Duty's guidance.

    Responsibilities:
    • Arrive at work well groomed, in a clean uniform, and always maintain good personal hygiene.
    • Keep track of food and equipment inventories.
    • Utilize, maintain, and clean all kitchen line equipment, preparation and storage areas.
    • Stock and rotate products on the cooking line.
    • Have adequate knowledge of cooking stations, menu items, and prep procedures to ensure accurate portioning, quality, cooking time, and performance standards.
    • Cook and prepare menu items according to guest preferences within company guidelines and following food safety and sanitation procedures.
    • Supervise food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations.
    • Anticipate, identify, and address system failures to achieve maximum guest satisfaction.
    • Communicate with the Manager on Duty and colleagues regarding product/service issues, equipment, safety concerns, etc.
    Qualifications:
    • Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service provided through internal training
    • Must communicate effectively
    • Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
    Physical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:
    • Must have excellent mobility and flexibility
    • Capable of working irregular hours under intense stress/pressure during peak periods
    • Demonstrate a high level of coordination
    • Lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet
    • Ability to fit through a 30" wide opening
    • Involve frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling
    • Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors
    • Require constant standing and walking
    Disclaimer


    This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the role. It aims to represent the essential job elements necessary for decisions related to job performance, employee growth, and compensation. Therefore, the employee may be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.


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