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Famous Dave’s
Cedar Falls, IA, US
Summary
The cook is responsible for preparing menu items according to recipes and maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. They must also ensure the kitchen station is clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout their shift.
Job Description
Job Summary:
To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.
Job Responsibilities:
- Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
- Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
- Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
- Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
- Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
- Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
- Organization skills are a must
- Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
- Teamwork
- Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
- Safe food handling
- Receiving, rotating and stocking food
- Prep support as needed
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
- Ability to work and communicate well with others
- Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
- Responsible behavior and professional image
- Must have a positive attitude
- Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
- Must be a team player
Qualifications:
- 2 years of work or related experience preferred
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays
Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. develops, owns, operates and franchises Famous Dave’s Barbeque restaurants, an award-winning BBQ chain with roughly 150 locations across the country. Our success is the result of a commitment to the finest food and the best dining experience known to barbeque. Every customer is treated as though they were a "guest" at one of Dave’s famous backyard barbeques. The menu features hickory-smoked ribs and barbequed meats, smokin' sandwiches, mouthwatering burgers, tasty salads and homestyle desserts. Having won over 650 awards for everything from “Best Sauce” to “Best Ribs” to “Best Cookbook”, Famous Dave’s has received wide acclaim from customers and critics alike.
Founded
1994
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Restaurants
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Hopkins, Minnesota
Famous Dave’s of America, Inc. develops, owns, operates and franchises Famous Dave’s Barbeque restaurants, an award-winning BBQ chain with roughly 150 locations across the country. Our success is the result of a commitment to the finest food and the best dining experience known to barbeque. Every customer is treated as though they were a "guest" at one of Dave’s famous backyard barbeques. The menu features hickory-smoked ribs and barbequed meats, smokin' sandwiches, mouthwatering burgers, tasty salads and homestyle desserts. Having won over 650 awards for everything from “Best Sauce” to “Best Ribs” to “Best Cookbook”, Famous Dave’s has received wide acclaim from customers and critics alike.
Founded
1994
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Restaurants
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Hopkins, Minnesota