Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $13.75 - $17.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Training and Development
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Job Description
Logans Roadhouse is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in American cuisine, particularly known for its scratch-made dishes, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional customer service. Established to deliver hearty meals and a friendly dining experience, Logans Roadhouse blends a rustic roadhouse setting with a team-oriented work environment. The restaurant chain has grown steadily due to its commitment to quality ingredients, made-from-scratch recipes, and a warm customer-centric culture. Employing over thousands across many locations, it prides itself on an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees can grow their culinary skills and advance their careers within the food service industry.
The position of Prep Cook at Logans Roadhouse is an essential role within the kitchen brigade, responsible for supporting the smooth operation of food preparation tasks. This role is classified as an hourly position and is critical in upholding the restaurant's high standards of food quality and presentation. The Prep Cook works directly under the supervision of the Chef or Kitchen Manager, following detailed recipes and prep lists to ensure consistency and efficiency. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced culinary environment and is a perfect opportunity for those eager to learn and hone their cooking and kitchen management skills.
As a Prep Cook, you will be at the heart of the kitchen operations, performing tasks that range from preparing ingredients and cooking certain dishes that require longer preparation times to maintaining a clean and sanitized workspace. You will work with a variety of kitchen equipment to wash, cut, peel, shred, and trim food items while ensuring that safety and hygiene protocols are exemplarily followed. This includes monitoring temperatures, avoiding cross-contamination, and adhering strictly to food safety guidelines relevant to cooling and storing prepped items.
The role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to anticipate and fulfill production requirements through tasting and checking prepared products. You will also be expected to assist with the upkeep of kitchen utensils and dishes, embody a clean-as-you-go philosophy, and comply with Logans Roadhouse appearance standards. This position emphasizes physical stamina as it involves repetitive bending, kneeling, lifting, and prolonged periods of standing. Beyond technical skills, the successful Prep Cook should possess strong communication and teamwork capabilities, supporting a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment.
Working at Logans Roadhouse as a Prep Cook will immerse you in a thriving culinary culture emphasizing quality, safety, and camaraderie. The company supports its staff with comprehensive training, safety protocols, and opportunities to develop within the hospitality industry. Whether you are starting your culinary career or returning with some experience, this is an excellent place to sharpen your skills and contribute to serving great food within a popular and respected restaurant brand.
The position of Prep Cook at Logans Roadhouse is an essential role within the kitchen brigade, responsible for supporting the smooth operation of food preparation tasks. This role is classified as an hourly position and is critical in upholding the restaurant's high standards of food quality and presentation. The Prep Cook works directly under the supervision of the Chef or Kitchen Manager, following detailed recipes and prep lists to ensure consistency and efficiency. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced culinary environment and is a perfect opportunity for those eager to learn and hone their cooking and kitchen management skills.
As a Prep Cook, you will be at the heart of the kitchen operations, performing tasks that range from preparing ingredients and cooking certain dishes that require longer preparation times to maintaining a clean and sanitized workspace. You will work with a variety of kitchen equipment to wash, cut, peel, shred, and trim food items while ensuring that safety and hygiene protocols are exemplarily followed. This includes monitoring temperatures, avoiding cross-contamination, and adhering strictly to food safety guidelines relevant to cooling and storing prepped items.
The role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to anticipate and fulfill production requirements through tasting and checking prepared products. You will also be expected to assist with the upkeep of kitchen utensils and dishes, embody a clean-as-you-go philosophy, and comply with Logans Roadhouse appearance standards. This position emphasizes physical stamina as it involves repetitive bending, kneeling, lifting, and prolonged periods of standing. Beyond technical skills, the successful Prep Cook should possess strong communication and teamwork capabilities, supporting a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment.
Working at Logans Roadhouse as a Prep Cook will immerse you in a thriving culinary culture emphasizing quality, safety, and camaraderie. The company supports its staff with comprehensive training, safety protocols, and opportunities to develop within the hospitality industry. Whether you are starting your culinary career or returning with some experience, this is an excellent place to sharpen your skills and contribute to serving great food within a popular and respected restaurant brand.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent or a two-year associate degree
- At least one year of cooking experience
- Excellent kitchen administration knowledge
- Ability to work well within a team
- Strong organizational skills
- Active listening skills
- Exceptional time management skills
- Completion of hourly position validations including safety, systems, and menu training
- Adherence to company appearance standards
- Physical ability to perform tasks involving lifting, stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, and handling kitchen equipment
- Ability to follow food safety and sanitation protocols
- Must be able to use personal protective equipment appropriately
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent or a two-year associate degree
- At least one year of cooking experience
- Excellent kitchen administration knowledge
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong organization skills
- Active listening skills
- Exceptional time management skills
- Completion of company-required training including safety, systems, and menu
- Adherence to Logans Roadhouse appearance standards
Job Duties
- Prepares and cooks food requiring longer preparation time
- Ensures that the daily prep tasks are completed prior to service
- Follows basic recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other foodstuffs
- Prepares food by operating kitchen equipment to measure, mix ingredients, wash, peel, cut, shred fruits and vegetables, and trim and cut meat
- Tastes products, checks production, and keeps records to plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
- Cleans and sanitizes workstations and equipment
- Uses proper measurements as stated in recipes
- Retrieves all items required for prep from dry storage and walk-in cooler
- Follows proper protocol for cooling prepped items in compliance with food safety guidelines
- Prevents and mitigates risk of cross contamination
- Maintains clean work station applying a clean-as-you-go approach
- Uses proper PPE such as cut gloves
- Assists with cleaning dishes, utensils, and other food containers as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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