Line-Cook / Prep-Cook

IHOP Cooks are responsible for the preparation and cooking of food products accurately and with minimal waste. Duties of this position include learning and applying all IHOP-specialized galley terminology, plating, menu items and procedures according to company standards. IHOP Cooks are expected to set up equipment, verify stock, and maintain a clean and sanitary work area while maintaining company sanitation standards. This position requires you to stand for up to 8 hours during a shift, be able to lift at least and/or move up to 50 pounds, and have full mobility of hands and arms while performing repetitive tasks. IHOP Cooks are also required to perform duties necessary for restaurant operations as assigned by acting supervisor, following governmental and company policies. The above is not an all-inclusive job description.

Benefits:

• Discounted meals
• Employee referral program

Responsibilities of a Line Cook / Prep-Cook::

• Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
• Preparing workstations for cooking.
• Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Checking the quality of the ingredients.
• Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques.
• Cooking food using various culinary techniques.
• Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation.
• Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.
• Follow all IHOP's Standard Operating Procedures to properly and efficiently prep/prepare all hot and cold food to IHOP's standards.
• Work as a team with the management staff by performing routine cleaning and basic upkeep of the front and the back of the house.
• Perform general duties associated with setting up and breaking down stations throughout the kitchen and restaurant to start or close a shift as directed.
• Rotate, label, and date all product to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment in clean working order at all times.
• Practice safe work habits to avoid injury to self and others.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Cooks spend the majority of their time in the kitchen. Frequent work includes hot ranges, walk-in freezers and coolers. Business level requires a fast work pace. Must be able to work under pressure.
• Able to move short distances throughout the shift. Bending, stooping, reaching, and pushing may be required to perform routine tasks. Constantly required to handle and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. over moderate to long distances using hand trucks and carts.

Line-Cook / Prep-Cook Job Requirements::

• Must have prior experience as a cook.
• Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
• Must be skilled in various cooking techniques.
• Must know and follow sanitation procedures.
• Must showcase teamwork and communication skills.
• Must showcase great organizational skills.
• Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
• Must carry at least a high school diploma.

Since 1958, IHOP® has been the place where people connect over breakfast, enjoy study breaks, grab a bite before or after sporting events, and so much more. And no matter what menu items they order, there’s one ingredient that’s always constant — a smile. We’ve seen millions of smiles over the years in our restaurants, and now shared in photos across our social properties. In fact, smiles are so much a part of our culture that we changed our logo to include one.
This is just one of the many fun and exciting changes you can expect from IHOP®. Because we know the shortest distance between two people is a smile. –

Pay: $14.13 - $16 / hour

Job Type: fulltime, parttime

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site