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Back of House Staff

Whiskey Throttle Bar & Grill
Cherokee, IA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2027

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Back of House Staff member, where your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine! In this vital role, you'll be ensuring that every dish is prepared to perfection and meets the highest standards of food safety and quality. Whether you're experienced in fine dining or eager to develop your culinary skills, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to memorable dining experiences in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise in food preparation, kitchen equipment operation, and food safety procedures will help us deliver exceptional service to our guests.

Duties

  • Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, adhering strictly to recipes and presentation standards
  • Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, poaching stations, braising pots, and food production machinery safely and efficiently
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation by following food safety sanitizing procedures throughout the kitchen
  • Handle food safely during preparation, cooking, and storage, ensuring compliance with all health regulations
  • Support high-volume food production during peak hours while maintaining quality and consistency
  • Participate in food handling, portion control, and plating to meet the restaurant’s standards for presentation and taste
  • Collaborate with team members on meal preparation for catering events or large parties
  • Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols including knife skills, cooking techniques like grilling and braising, and proper use of kitchen tools

Experience

  • Previous dietary aide or dietary department experience preferred but not required; willingness to learn is valued
  • Proven experience in food service or restaurant environments demonstrating strong food handling skills
  • Familiarity with food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures in a commercial kitchen setting
  • Experience with menu planning, recipe adherence, and culinary techniques such as poaching, grilling, braising, and food production methods
  • Ability to operate various kitchen equipment safely and efficiently in high-volume production settings
  • Knowledge of catering processes and serving large groups is a plus
  • Strong knife skills and proficiency in meal preparation across diverse cuisines are highly desirable

Join us if you're passionate about creating delicious dishes while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. This role offers a rewarding environment where your culinary talents can flourish!

Pay: $9.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9 - $15

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