Cook - Ron's Lumber & Home Center

Join Our Growing Team!

Ron’s Lumberjack Café, a Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC company, is seeking candidates for our Prep Cook position at our Howe, OK location.

We’re focused on people and relationships first and we’re passionate about customer service and continuous improvement. Are you looking to join a company that is focused on growth? If you enjoy working hard in a fast-paced environment, then join our growing team.

What Does a Prep Cook Do?

• Prepares daily food items and ingredients for service
• Sets up and stocks the kitchen with all items needed for the day
• Prepares and cooks food orders accurately, following recipes, presentation standards, and any special instructions
• Assists with preparing food items for daily specials
• Restocks ingredients and supplies throughout the day and at the end of each shift
• Receives, stocks, rotates, and organizes inventory and freight
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and work area
• Cleans grills, cooking equipment, and food preparation areas at the end of each shift
• Sweeps and mops kitchen floors and assists with general kitchen cleaning
• Assists with inventory counts as needed
• Supports team members and performs additional duties as assigned

What Does It Take to be Successful as a Prep Cook?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of restaurant, food service, or related experience preferred
• Food handling knowledge and basic cooking skills
• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and food safety standards
• Ability to lift moderate amounts of weight frequently
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Sense of urgency and willingness to assist team members as needed
• Results-oriented with the ability to serve customers with humility and be a steward of Nation's Best's values
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while remaining adaptable and flexible
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

What’s It Like to Work for Nation’s Best?

• Teamwork: All of our positions, in all of our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day.
• Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects, as appropriate
• Autonomy:  We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates
• Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build
• Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all of our divisions and stores
• Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide
• Growth Mindset:  We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company
• Atmosphere: This is not a suit-and-tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done.
• Community Service:  Our divisions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work.
• Safety:  We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all of our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day.