Cook

Our line cooks have a passion for food quality and excellence for our guests. Our staff spend their time making sure that every single plate is made to perfection for our guests. . We don’t have customers, we have Guests. Unparalleled Service isn’t just a part of our culture; it’s a commitment to each one of our current & future Guests and employees.

Benefits & Perks:

Health Insurance - A Robust Group Health Insurance and Dental Insurance is available based on certain eligibility criteria.

Holidays Off - All restaurants are closed during major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Super Bowl Sunday.

Personal Time Off, Sick Leave & Flexible Schedules - We encourage our team members to take regular time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Restaurant Discounts - Hourly employees plus three guests will receive 50% off total food and N/A beverage when you dine in at any Talk of the Town Restaurant. Managers will receive an exclusive dining card to dine each quarter.

Employee Recognition - Employee of the Month program and tenured employee recognition and gifts.

Direct Deposit - Payroll is paid by direct deposit and stubs will be emailed to the employee’s email.

Giving Back – Monthly Round Up for Charity program at all Talk of the Town Restaurants to support local charities in our community.

Family Culture Environment - A family owned and operated company since 1974, it is our goal at Talk of the Town Restaurants to make each employee feel like family!

Essential Functions:

Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.

Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.

Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.

Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.

Cleans and maintains stations in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.

Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.

Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.

Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef or Kitchen Manager at any time.

Skills and Qualifications:

Passion for cooking and hospitality

Understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.

Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

2+ years' prep or line cook experience.

Ability to take direction.

Ability to work well in a team environment, calmly and effectively under pressure.

Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.

Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, reach, push, twist, walk, crouch, and squat.

Prolonged periods standing and preparing and cooking food.

Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.