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Bluebird Kitchen Cook PT
Company : KJ's Market
Location : Lake City, SC, 29560
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Overview
To produce all assigned menu items efficiently and consistently while following the specifications, recipes, and techniques of Kj’s and the Bluebird Kitchen.
Come grow with grocery at Kj’s Market! We’re not like other grocery stores – We Create Smiles! Plus, we’re family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create smiles, share your hometown pride, and grow in a fast-paced environment – We need YOU!
Benefits for Now and Your Future:
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
RETIREMENT
- 100% Company Funded Pension
- 401K
Responsibilities
1. Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.2. Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces).3. Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, dairy, and other food items using knives, electric mixers,immersion blenders, food processors, scales, and portion bags.4. Processes prepared foods for service using standard kitchen equipment.5. Ensure each item is prepared according to the recipe specifications, documentation, and Bluebird Kitchen Manager.6. Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area, including tables, shelves, cooking equipment, prep equipment, and storageequipment during and after service.7. Stock inventory appropriately and according to established standards and systems.8. Ensure the quality, food safety/sanitation, and timeliness of products served.9. Maintain safety and sanitation throughout the department according to Floco Foods standards.10. Provide guest service consistent with our established Purpose, Priorities, and Service Standards.11. Ensure the quality of product for sale meets Floco Foods standards.12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the management staff.
Qualifications
1. Friendly, outgoing personality.2. Ability to actively engage guests.3. Ability to work well with others.4. Ability to lift 25 lbs. consistently and 50 lbs. occasionally.5. Ability to read and understand information and direction.6. Effective communication, guest service, and selling skills.7. Knowledge of kitchen operations.8. Must be at least 18 years old.9. Ability to bend, kneel and stand for extended periods.10. Ability to effectively communicate with and take direction from supervision.
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Frequently asked questions
Unlike typical kitchen positions, the Bluebird Kitchen Cook PT at KJ's Market emphasizes consistent recipe adherence, guest engagement, and maintaining a clean, efficient station. This role blends culinary skills with customer interaction in a family-owned grocery environment unique to Lake City's local market.
Mastering food prep techniques like butchering meats, chopping vegetables, and using equipment such as immersion blenders is crucial. Familiarity with recipe precision and kitchen sanitation ensures quality and safety, making these skills vital for the part-time Bluebird Kitchen Cook position.
This position offers practical kitchen experience in a fast-paced setting, potentially paving the way for advanced roles in food preparation or kitchen management. KJ’s Market supports employee growth, especially for those eager to deepen their culinary expertise and customer service skills.
KJ’s Market provides standout advantages like weekly pay, paid time off, and comprehensive medical plans, plus a fully company-funded pension. Such perks are competitive in Lake City, enhancing financial security and work-life balance for part-time kitchen staff.
Employees join a family-oriented, Carolinas-rooted company where pride in hometown service and creating customer smiles is central. The role involves teamwork, guest engagement, and upholding high-quality food standards within a supportive, community-focused atmosphere.
The company enforces strict sanitation protocols and recipe compliance, providing training to ensure every dish meets their standards. This attention to food safety protects customers and helps cooks maintain consistent product quality during busy service periods.
Part-time kitchen cooks in Lake City typically earn between $11 and $14 per hour, reflecting local cost of living and demand. KJ’s Market offers competitive wages within this range, often complemented by benefits uncommon in part-time food prep jobs.
With Lake City's growing food service sector, part-time cook positions like this are moderately competitive. Job seekers benefit from steady openings at KJ's Market, where local hiring trends favor candidates who combine skill with a friendly, customer-focused attitude.
The role balances food prep, station setup, and customer engagement within a supportive team environment typical of Lake City's community-focused workplaces. The workload encourages multitasking but respects work-life balance, aligning with regional labor expectations.
Beyond basic kitchen knowledge, standout candidates demonstrate strong communication, the ability to lift moderate weights, and a cheerful demeanor. Experience with food prep tools plus a readiness to follow detailed recipes enhances their fit for this part-time position.