Cooks / Servers / Hostesses

Bob Evans takes pride in hiring only the BEST talent in order to serve our guests.  Your role will be critical in executing our founders' heartfelt philosophy of, "Treat strangers like friends and friends like family."

You've shared a table with us

NOW LET US SHARE A REWARDING CAREER WITH YOU!

When you join Bob Evans Farms, you're joining a trustworthy and socially responsible organization that recognizes people are our greatest asset.  And in our restaurants, you'll have an opportunity to grow with the BEST.  Join us as we revolutionize what should be the happiest time of day - mealtime!

Why Bob Evans?

Because you can bring your passion, personality, and unscripted sense of possibilities!

We are more than great food and service, we ARE heartfelt hospitality - A place where you will love working and be proud to bring your friends and family!

Being the BEST means leading our teammates with a purpose of heartfelt hospitality.  At Bob Evans our belief is, 'Every guest is a gift'.  We're always hungry for the opportunity to speak with potential team members who have a passion to 'win together as a team.'

Cook Opportunity with an Restaurant Industry Favorite/Leader

Responsible for the preparing each order by following standardized recipes.  Ensure that proper food handling and sanitation procedures are being followed.  Prepares visually appealing and great tasting home-style dishes and ensures that all items are completed in a timely manner and delivered hot and fresh to the servers.

Accountabilities

• Follows recipe and storyboards to prepare and cook meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and other foods according to proper preparation methods per the current Bob Evans recipe book. This involves cutting, broil, saute, and frying.
• Responsible for practicing and upholding health and sanitation standards.
• Maintains high standards of personal grooming.  Washes hands frequently.  Wears gloves to prevent bare hand contact.  Promptly changes apron if it becomes dirty.
• Must maintain high standards of quality and appearance for all food prepared and served.
• Prioritizes food preparation so that all items for check are finished at the same time.
• Properly maintain and operate equipment effectively.  Complete working knowledge of the safe and efficient use of all kitchen equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

  Knowledge

• Has strong knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Must maintain a high degree of pace and intensity for an extended period of time, have strong menu knowledge, and have ability to accurately read, organize, and coordinate tickets.

Server -  Opportunity with an Restaurant Industry Favorite/Leader

This position is responsible for coordinating entire station and communicating with front-and back-of-the-house personnel to provide an exceptional dining experience to our guests.  Welcomes guests to the restaurant, help them find menu choices using situational selling techniques, anticipate and respond to guest needs in a prompt and friendly manner, and invite them back again.

Accountabilities

• Takes guest orders utilizing menu knowledge and situational selling techniques.  Serves food and beverages to the guests promptly, ensures all items are prepared properly and on a timely basis, and following the standards set by the restaurant.
• Communicates professionally with guests to determine their needs and help them with menu selections.
• Communicates new promotions and product information to guest.
• Demonstrates knowledge of menu items by describing food items properly. Maintains company standards for quality food; serves only food that meets standards
• Inputs orders accurately into the computers, pre-bus tables, and may assist with side-work of rolling silverware, filling salt and pepper shakers, and perform light restaurant cleaning.
• Practices safe food and beverage handling, and clean up at all times.
• Safely handles food prep equipment such as knives, coffee maker, ice tea machine, etc.
• Handles guest complaints with tact and professionalism, turning dissatisfied guests into raving fans.
• Communicates and interacts with guests, handles crowds, and put guests at ease.
• All other duties as assigned.

  Knowledge

• Excellent customer service skills and experience
• Ability to identify and resolve issues as they arise
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Proficient computer skills