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Cook

Sweet Caroline's
Ames, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026

Sweet Caroline's in Ames, IA is looking for one cook to join our team. Our ideal candidate is attentive, punctual, and hard-working. We are looking for someone with open availability Sunday through Saturday for a 25-35 hour work week.


Responsibilities

  • Prepare ingredients for cooking: cleaning, peeling, chopping, slicing, ect.
  • Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, quality standards and in a timely manner
  • Maintain a clean and organized station: sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, organizing supplies, ect.
  • Keeping station stocked and in proper FIFO rotation by time and date
  • Collaborate and communicate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service


Qualifications

  • Proven working experience as a cook in a high volume restaurant or equivalent setting
  • Familiarity and knowledge with kitchen equipment and utensils
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Knowledge of food preparation techniques and health/sanitation food practices
  • Ability to listen and communicate effectively
  • Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast paced environment
  • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
  • 1 year kitchen experience or equivalent (preferred)

We are looking forward to hearing from you.

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