Cook
Barn and Barrel
208 Main St, Canistota, SD 57012, USA
Cook
Full-time/Part-time
$16.00 - $18.00 /hr
Posted 1 hour ago
Job Overview
Responsibilities
- Cook menu items to spec on grill, fryer, and flat-top during lunch, dinner, and weekend rushes
- Handle prep: portioning, breading, sauces, and stocking stations before service
- Keep tickets moving and times consistent when the dining room and bar are both firing
- Follow food safety, temp logs, and labeling standards; maintain a clean, organized station
- Close out the kitchen — breakdown, sanitation, walk-in organization, and next-day prep list
- Communicate with servers and bartenders on 86'd items, timing, and special requests
- Help with inventory counts and flag low product before it runs out
Skills - Previous kitchen experience preferred, but we'll train the right person who shows up and works
- Able to stay calm and organized during a rush
- Comfortable on your feet for a full shift and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance — small crew means every shift matters
- Team-first attitude; willing to jump on dishes or prep when the line is caught up
- Food handler certification a plus (or willingness to get one)
Benefits - 401k
- Discounted shift meals
- Flexible scheduling — we work around school, farming, and second jobs
- Bi-Weekly direct deposit
- Paid training and room to move up as we grow