Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.75 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Competitive wages
flexible schedule
health benefits
Advancement opportunities

Job Description

Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar is a well-established full-service restaurant concept with a rich legacy spanning 40 years. Known for its "made-from-scratch" menu, Rafferty's has earned a reputation for delivering quality dining experiences in a friendly and professional environment. As a company, Rafferty's prides itself on promoting a work culture that values professionalism, reliability, and teamwork, making it an excellent place for individuals seeking a stable and rewarding career in the hospitality industry. The restaurant offers competitive wages and pay structures, flexible scheduling options that allow team members to balance work with personal commitments, and health benefits that contribute to the well-being of the staff. Additionally, Rafferty's supports career growth by providing advancement opportunities for employees who demonstrate dedication and skill.

The role of Cook/Prep Cook at Rafferty's Restaurant & Bar is one that requires a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. This position involves preparing and maintaining food products that adhere to the restaurant’s high standards, ensuring every dish served meets guest expectations. Cooks and prep cooks at Rafferty's are integral to the smooth operation of the kitchen, responsible not only for food preparation but also for maintaining cleanliness and safety in the work environment. This role demands an individual who can handle a fast-paced kitchen setting, maintain a positive and guest-focused attitude, and communicate effectively with teammates to ensure efficiency and quality service throughout every shift. The job calls for physical stamina as it involves standing for long periods, bending, stooping, and other movements essential to kitchen duties.

Employees at Rafferty's are expected to take complete responsibility for the quality of the food products they prepare, comply with all company policies and food safety regulations, and contribute to maintaining a sanitary workstation. Tasks include stocking and organizing food supplies, adhering strictly to food handling, storage, and rotation procedures, and assisting with opening, closing, and ongoing maintenance of kitchen cleanliness. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working in an established and reputable concept, have reliable transportation to work, and bring a professional, hard-working approach to their job. Joining the Rafferty's team means becoming part of a supportive environment where employee contributions are valued, and opportunities for growth are encouraged.

Job Requirements

  • Reliable transportation to work
  • Professional and hard-working approach to job
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to reach, bend and stoop frequently
  • Availability for flexible scheduling
  • Basic understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of food safety procedures
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization
  • Customer service skills
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to different kitchen tasks

Job Duties

  • Maintain a guest focus and a positive attitude
  • Communicates effectively and clearly
  • Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served
  • Able to exert well-paced mobility throughout scheduled shift
  • Complies with company policies, procedures, equipment use and food preparation
  • Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products to assure efficient service
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation
  • Handles, stores, labels, dates and rotates all products properly and consistently
  • Complies with all company guidelines regarding food safety and personal safety
  • Completes required tasks within assigned time frames
  • Assists in line service, maintenance, cleanliness and/or other kitchen duties as assigned
  • Follow procedures for opening, closing and on-going cleanliness
  • Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently
  • Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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