Prep Cook Jobs in Portland, IN (NOW HIRING)

Pay Range $14 - $18 per hour depending on geographic location and local market demand

Early Close / No Late Nights

Great Work / Life Balance

Career Growth

Excellent Benefits including 401(k) with Employer Match

Our Purpose:

We pride ourselves on serving high quality farm fresh food at Bob Evans! We are AMERICA'S FARM FRESH! We work hard, pay attention to details (perfect plates, perfect bags), and provide our guests with the best, all-around family dining experience. We have immense pride in our culture and roots to our communities. Working at Bob Evans is about being part of something big - we have a passion for taking care of each other and our guests while serving farm-fresh food at a great value. Our Founder, Bob Evans, was all about growing good...join us at Bob Evans and be an integral part of .... Where Good Grows.

Kitchen Preparation Responsibilities:

        Follows recipe and storyboards to prepare foods according to proper preparation methods

        Ensures proper food handling and sanitation procedures are followed

        Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, walls, oven, and refrigeration equipment

        Maintains high standards of personal grooming. Washes hands frequently and before each new task. Wears gloves to prevent bare hand contact. Promptly changes apron if it becomes soiled

        Understands and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures

        Responsible for unpacking and organizing received goods in a timely manner 

        Prepares menu items using plating recipes when ordered

        Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to management

        Utilizes tools including the prep list, hot box chart in conjunction with the manager to ensure timely delivery of products needed for service

        Follows all safety procedures when using equipment

        May be asked to assist in other job categories as well

        All other duties as assigned

Bob Evans Restaurants, LLC is EEO compliant and participates in E-Verify.

Why Choose Us:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health and Welfare Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunity for development and career growth
• Work Location: One Location

Knowledge:

        Strong knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant

        Relies on experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish goals

        Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task

        Must maintain a high degree of pace and intensity for an extended period, have strong menu knowledge, and have ability to accurately read, organize, and coordinate tickets

        To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while possessing dependability and exceptional teamwork skills

Education/Experience: 

        0-2 years related experience

Physical Requirements:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be regularly met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This list is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities and the employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

While performing the duties of this job you will regularly be required to:

        Stand for entire shift and walk for long periods of time without rest or sitting down 

        Push, lift, carry and transfer up to 50 pounds

        Reach with hands

        Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls

        Bend and stoop

        Can taste and smell

        Verbally communicate with others

        Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

        Have ability to freely access all areas of restaurant including selling floor(s), stock area, and register area

We continue to update our safety and sanitation procedures to follow the current CDC, local, and state guidelines. Our goal is to provide a safe environment for both our employees and guests.