Short Order Cook
ritas family restaurantBelmont, NC
Job Description:
Rita’s Family Restaurant is looking for a reliable and experienced Short Order/Back Cook to join our kitchen team. We’re a fast-paced, family-owned restaurant that takes pride in delivering hot, fresh meals with speed and accuracy. The ideal candidate is efficient, detail-oriented, and ready to learn our menu and kitchen processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook a variety of short-order menu items including burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, and breakfast foods (eggs, bacon, pancakes, etc.)Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as flat tops, deep fryers, grills, and ovens
- Prioritize and manage multiple orders by accurately reading and organizing tickets
- Ensure timely preparation and plating of food items during high-volume shifts
- Perform basic food prep including slicing, portioning, and organizing station ingredients
- Follow all health and safety guidelines, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards
- Work as part of a team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Be open and responsive to training on Rita’s specific menu items, recipes, and procedures
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a short-order or fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong multitasking and time-management skills
- Ability to read and follow tickets with speed and accuracy
- Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
- Willingness to learn and follow house-specific food preparation and procedures
- Able to stand for long periods and work in a hot, fast-paced environment
- Dependable and team-oriented with a strong work ethic
Preferred: Experience cooking breakfast items and operating fryers
ServSafe certification or similar (or willingness to obtain)
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Level
Entry L2
Location
Belmont, NC
Occupation
Cooks, Short Order
Industry
Limited-Service Restaurants
Posted
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