Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) matching
Vision Insurance
Life insurance

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned seafood restaurant chain that has been delivering exceptional dining experiences for over fifty years. The company started with a single location and a vision to connect people with the coast through fresh and delicious seafood. Today, Red Lobster operates over 500 restaurants, becoming a vital part of the communities they serve. Their commitment goes beyond just serving food; it is about creating memorable moments and building relationships with guests, making every visit feel special and familiar. Red Lobster takes pride in its culture of inclusion, diversity, and growth, welcoming employees from all backgrounds and providing a supportive workplace environment. The company is known for offering competitive wages, weekly pay, and flexible scheduling which caters to the diverse needs of its staff. Based on the company ethos, employees at Red Lobster are treated as part of an extended family where career growth and personal development are encouraged and supported with training and advancement opportunities.

As a Cook at Red Lobster, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of the kitchen and ensuring that every meal served meets the expectations of quality and taste. This position involves preparing, seasoning, and cooking food according to established recipes and portion controls, ensuring food safety and sanitation guidelines are strictly followed. Cooks will be responsible for setting up and stocking their stations, cleaning and organizing kitchen equipment and utensils, and inspecting ingredient quality to preserve freshness. This role is essential during peak business hours where flexibility to assist or substitute for other kitchen roles is required. Physical endurance is necessary as you may be standing for long shifts and lifting up to 60 pounds. This job offers a rewarding career path with benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning at affordable rates, life insurance, short-term disability, a 401(k) plan with company match, anniversary pay, and discounts on meals. Red Lobster prides itself on its corporate responsibility and equal opportunity employment policies, fostering a safe and welcoming workplace for all employees. Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a legacy with BIG plans for the future, where your contribution and growth are highly valued.

Job Requirements

  • must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
  • ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 60 pounds safely
  • ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
  • team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task
  • culinary experience preferred

Job Qualifications

  • culinary experience preferred
  • ability to work well in a team
  • attention to detail
  • ability to multi-task
  • meet minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country
  • previous kitchen or cooking experience is a plus

Job Duties

  • setting up and stocking prep and line stations
  • cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils
  • checking the quality and freshness of ingredients
  • prepping, seasoning, and cooking food according to recipes, quantity calls, and specification while maintaining portion control systems
  • inspecting food preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
  • substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen positions during peak business periods

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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