Cook

Job Title COOK Compensation $17.00-$25.00. Not eligible for tips. Benefits Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) for employees eligible under ACA measurement rules. A paid day off, after 90 days of employment. Accrued Paid Sick Leave: up to 48 hours of paid sick leave per year, required under the Healthy, Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). This benefit is for use of a variety of health- and safety-purposes, which employees “earn” at a rate of 1 hour of leave for every 30 hours worked. Public Health Emergency (PHE) Leave: up to 80 hours of PHE-related leave when a PHE is declared. Extras Growth Opportunities! Shift Leader program with extensive on the job training. Hospitable culture that recognizes hard work, effort, perseverance and leadership. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day to spend the day with family & friends. Flexible Schedule. Meal discounts. Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program. We are the largest franchisee of Outback Steakhouse. Plenty of future possibilities to advance in your career! Responsibilities Responsible for the preparation of food items. We have a diverse menu that requires speed and accurate preparation, and you should feel proud of each item you prepare. Our Kitchen is well designed with large working areas. We have Line Cook positions in Salad, Fry, Sauté, Grill and Make Up, along with Kitchen Prep Cooks. Responsible for maintaining equipment and the cleanliness of your surroundings in the kitchen. Working as a team to achieve standards in preparation and delivery of food items. Prepares food with proper safety equipment, tools, and recipe standards. Restocks kitchen and cook line as needed. Commitment to food safety, cleanliness, job safety and sanitation standards. Demonstrates teamwork by supporting all areas of the restaurant as business needs arise. Teamwork is essential and expected of all Outbackers. Requirements Ability to lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs. Able to work in hot and cold environments. Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours per shift. Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting and stooping. Manual dexterity to handle glassware, utensils and technology systems. Ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environment. Visual ability to include distance, close, color, depth and peripheral. Also, the ability to adjust focus as needed. The role involves working in areas with low or dim lighting. Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Equal Opportunity Employer Out West Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. All employment decisions at Outback are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to any characteristic protected by both federal and state laws. Out West provides reasonable accommodations to qualify individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application process, please contact us. All newly hired employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). You can view the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work poster at #J-18808-Ljbffr