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Cook

Wild West, Inc.
Kearney, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Job Summary:

Pre-preps food products according to the Whiskey Creek product quality and time standards.  Does whatever it takes to help the team provide the highest quality and greatest value to our guests.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Accomplishes job with a positive attitude.
  • Reviews daily food preparation list, pulling items from freezer to thaw under refrigeration prior to preparation of products.
  • Prepares bakery, veggies, sauces, soups, meats and gravies.
  • Portions food products according to specifications.
  • Performs quality checks intermittently throughout shift.
  • Follows proper safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Responsible for cleaning prep area, sweeping and mopping prior to leaving.
  • Receives, stores and handles food products.
  • Completes assigned back-up duties as required.

Qualification Standards:

  • Ability to take verbal directions.
  • Ability to read, learn and prepare recipes.
  • Good hand dexterity and eyesight is critical when working with kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to lift and move 50 pounds of food product and supplies.
  • Must be able to stock, reach up to high shelving and stoop to lower shelving, while lifting food products weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Ability to learn and follow good safety and sanitation practices required of the food service industry.
  • Friendly personality is required to properly interact with fellow team members.
  • Previous experience preferred.

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