Prep Cook – Big E’s EBL-Suburban Inns

Job Description

Job Title: Prep Cook – Big E’s EBL

Company: Suburban Inns

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Pay: $14 – 16 per hour

AI Pay Analysis: The hourly rate of $14 to $16 for the “Prep Cook – Big E’s EBL” position in Grand Rapids, MI, is generally at the lower end of the spectrum when compared to industry standards for this role in the region. According to various salary resources, prep cooks in Michigan typically earn between $15 to $20 per hour, depending on experience and specific job requirements. Considering the cost of living in Grand Rapids and the competitive nature of the food service industry, the offered rate may be less attractive, potentially affecting the employer’s ability to attract skilled candidates in a market where pay rates are increasingly aligned with rising living costs and labor demands.

Job description:

Do you have a passion for cooking and delighting others with exceptional culinary experiences? Big E’s on the Beltline offers an exciting opportunity to craft outstanding dishes for our valued guests in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Join us and become part of a high-energy team where skill development and advancement opportunities abound in the Food and Beverage and Hospitality Industries.

Prep Cook:

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive starting wage of $14-$16/hour, commensurate with experience

As a Prep Cook, you will be tasked with preparing food items essential for dining room orders and events while adhering to local health department standards and Suburban Inns’ Core Values. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that guests are genuinely satisfied.

Cook Benefits Include:

• Employee and Friends & Family hotel and restaurant discounts
• Earned Paid Time Off for all team members
• Insurance options (health, vision, dental, life) for full-time team members
• Flexible scheduling
• Holiday Pay
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time annually
• Opportunities for advancement
• Monetary recognition program
• Monetary referral program
• 100% paid maternity, paternity, or adoption leave for those who qualify for FMLA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Pine Rest, including three free counseling visits, access to an online library, and consultations for legal, financial, and elder care services.

Cook Essential Functions:

• Arrive at work in a professionally presented, neat, and clean uniform
• Greet all guests warmly and positively, making personal connections to ensure they feel welcomed and appreciated
• Anticipate and meet guests’ needs and expectations, going above and beyond when possible
• Prepare all required items per recipes and make sheets
• Set up service units with necessary items
• Serve items following established portion and presentation standards
• Communicate expected shortages to the Kitchen Supervisor promptly
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in assigned work areas and equipment
• Support the Kitchen Supervisor in ensuring security and safety within the kitchen
• Set up, maintain, and dismantle the prep cook station
• Requisition necessary items for menu item production
• Abide by local health and safety regulations
• Maintain any required logs as mandated by the health department
• Properly cover, date, and store all reusable leftover products
• Uphold the highest standards of sanitation
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance
• Fulfill additional duties as requested by management

Cook Uniform and Appearance Guidelines:
Cook Uniform: Uniform shirt and name tag will be provided. Team members are responsible for procuring Suburban Inns-approved black slacks and black, close-toed, non-slip shoes.

Cook Appearance: Visible earrings are permitted in the ears only or must be covered during the shift. Hair must be kept in a natural color and well-groomed. This policy will be enforced by the position’s supervisor, without consideration of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, height, weight, genetics, familial status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. The Vice President of Operations retains the authority to overturn any supervisor’s decision regarding appearance.

Job Posting Date: Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:09:13 GMT

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