Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.75 - $19.75
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Opportunity for growth
competitive pay
employee food discount
Paid training
Medical insurance
Paid Time Off
401k

Job Description

Great American Restaurants is a renowned company that owns and operates a distinguished collection of 14 high-volume restaurants, 3 artisanal bakeries, and a barbecue spot across northern Virginia and Maryland. With a strong presence in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, their portfolio includes popular dining destinations such as Patsy's American, Randy's Prime Seafood & Steaks, Ozzie's Good Eats, Jackson's, Artie's, Carlyle, Mike's American, Silverado, Best Buns, Coastal Flats, Sweetwater Tavern, and Stupid Good BBQ. The company is widely recognized for exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence, which consistently earns it acclaim as one of the best places to work, highlighted by The Washington Post for maintaining top employer status in the region for over a decade.

This particular role is for a Line Cook position that starts at $18 per hour or higher depending on experience. Great American Restaurants are seeking individuals who are passionate about scratch cooking, quick with their hands, and thrive in dynamic kitchen environments. Candidates should be fun, energetic, and have a proven track record in hospitality. The job entails working with a sense of urgency, multitasking in a fast-paced environment, staying organized and clean while maintaining composure under pressure, and being flexible to work both AM and PM shifts. The role offers flexible schedules, paid training, opportunities for career growth, and competitive pay in an energetic workplace. Additionally, employees enjoy food discounts, medical insurance options, paid time off, and 401K eligibility, emphasizing the company's commitment to employee well-being and professional development. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a team setting and are committed to delivering excellent service and quality food to customers. It is a position that values dedication, positivity, and hospitality excellence, all contributing to the company's reputation for making happy people who make happy food.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • previous kitchen or cooking experience preferred
  • ability to work flexible AM and PM shifts
  • capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong communication skills
  • physical ability to stand for extended periods
  • adherence to food safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • proven experience in hospitality
  • passion for scratch cooking
  • ability to multitask
  • strong teamwork skills
  • ability to stay calm under pressure
  • organized and detail-oriented

Job Duties

  • prepare meals from scratch
  • multitask efficiently
  • maintain cleanliness and organization
  • remain calm under pressure
  • work effectively in a team
  • show flexibility with shifts
  • work with a sense of urgency

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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