Burger Joint HR Handbook Generator

Two things matter at Patty & Press. The burger, and the people who make it. You are one of those people now, and this handbook exists to make sure the experience of working here matches the quality of what we put on the plate.

Every policy in this document applies to grill cooks, prep staff, front-of-house crew, delivery riders, and the management team. It explains how Patty & Press operates as an employer, what you can expect from us, and what we expect from you. The handbook is not a contract. Your employment agreement governs the specific legal terms of your role.

Burger joints run fast, loud, and hot. Service spikes are sudden, cleanup is nightly, and the difference between a good shift and a bad one often comes down to communication and teamwork. The policies here are written for that environment. Patty & Press updates the handbook as needed and will notify you of any changes. The latest version is available on the staff portal and from your shift manager.

Patty & Press employs full-time grill leads, kitchen managers, and operations staff on permanent contracts. Part-time crew members cover counter service, evening shifts, and weekend lunch rushes. Seasonal staff are hired for summer and local event weekends. Casual workers fill individual shifts when demand exceeds the regular rota.

Every new hire completes three months of probation. Grill cooks are assessed on burger cook times, temperature checks for food safety, station cleanliness, and the ability to maintain quality when ticket volume doubles during peak hours. Front-of-house crew are evaluated on order accuracy, customer interaction, speed of service, and till reconciliation. Your manager holds informal check-ins weekly and a formal review at the eight-week mark.

Roles at Patty & Press are defined clearly. A grill cook operates the flattop or charbroiler and manages burger assembly. A prep cook handles portioning, sauce production, and opening mise en place. A shift lead manages the team on the floor, monitors wait times, and resolves customer issues. If operational needs require a change to your duties, Patty & Press will discuss it with you first.