Cafe Cook

Bass Pro Shops is a renowned retail giant specializing in outdoor recreation merchandise and experiences. Established as a leader in its industry, Bass Pro Shops serves millions of customers through its extensive network of retail stores, restaurants, and resorts. The company is known for its commitment to customer service, quality products, and conservation efforts. It operates a variety of facilities including retail shops, restaurants, and corporate headquarters where employees enjoy a dynamic work environment. Bass Pro Shops continues to expand and innovate, prioritizing both employee satisfaction and customer experience.

The Clearwater Café, located within the Bass Pro Shops Corporate Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri, is a key dining facility serving employees. This cafeteria offers a variety of freshly prepared meals throughout the day, focusing on quality, safety, and excellent customer service. The Cafeteria Cook role is essential to the successful operation of the Clearwater Café. This position involves preparing and cooking food items in multiple stations including the grill, deli sandwiches counter, pizza and pasta station, and salad bar. The individual in this role must follow detailed recipes and maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation as guided by FDA and local regulations.

This is a full-time position requiring someone with flexibility, the ability to multitask, and dedication to providing outstanding service. The Cafeteria Cook will prepare food for breakfast and lunch services and serve customers during lunch. Responsibilities also include cutting and cleaning fruits and vegetables for recipes and the salad bar, following daily prep lists and Chef instructions, and keeping the kitchen workspace clean and organized. The role demands strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Physical requirements are significant, as the position involves regular walking, standing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, and squatting. This role reports directly to the supervisor and operates under established policies and procedures with limited independent judgment.

Working at Bass Pro Shops offers more than a paycheck; employees enjoy access to various benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, 401k retirement plans, and paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick days. Additionally, employee discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, and resorts provide a rewarding work environment. Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.