Job Summary:
The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food items in a fast-paced convenience store kitchen environment. This position ensures food is prepared quickly, safely, and consistently according to company recipes, food safety standards, and customer expectations.
The Cook maintains a clean and organized kitchen, monitors inventory, and assists customers as needed while delivering high-quality grab-and-go and made-to-order food items.
Key Responsibilities:
The Cook is responsible for producing safe, fresh, and appealing food products while maintaining efficient kitchen operations. Duties include:
- Prepare hot and cold food items according to established recipes and portion guidelines
- Cook food using grills, fryers, ovens, warmers, and other kitchen equipment
- Ensure all food products meet quality, freshness, and temperature standards
- Monitor food holding times and properly label and rotate products (FIFO)
- Maintain appropriate food temperatures to comply with food safety regulations
- Prepare ingredients by slicing, chopping, mixing, and portioning
- Set up and stock food prep stations at the beginning of each shift
- Clean and sanitize food prep areas, equipment, utensils, and surfaces
- Follow all health department and company food safety standards
- Assist with receiving, stocking, and storing food and supplies
- Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages
- Follow opening and closing kitchen procedures
- Provide friendly customer service when interacting with guests
- Assist store team members as needed during busy periods
Qualifications:
Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of food safety standards and safe food handling practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely (fryers, grills, ovens, slicers, etc.)
- Basic math skills for measuring and portioning
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
- Dependable and able to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends
