Back of House-Cook

Zaxby's; Pontotoc (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% meals when at work

Flexible hours

Room for growth

Employee referral bonus

Employee of the month bonus available

Fun workplace

Opportunities to advance

Job summary

Zaxby's in Pontotoc, MS is seeking a talented Cook to join our fast-casual team. You will prepare and cook menu items to our standards, maintain a clean kitchen, and uphold food safety practices in a lively, friendly environment.

This role offers flexible hours, opportunities for growth, and employee perks like meal discounts; you will work 32–40 hours per week and contribute to a positive guest experience while representing the Zaxby's brand.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand and follow food safety guidelines.
• Able to represent the Zaxby's brand enthusiastically.
• Assist with guest service and front of house operations.
• Prepare menu items according to company standards.
• Maintain clean and safe prep areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (knives, fryers, etc).
• Keep stations stocked and ready for service.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety guidelines at all times.

Responsibilities

• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needs.
• Assist with inventory and storage management.
• Receive and stock incoming deliveries.
• Hold and store food following safety guidelines.
• Inform management when inventory is needed.
• Clean and organize storage areas.
• Complete all tasks with urgency and accuracy.
• Work safely and follow procedures.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Brand representation

Guest service support

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Knives

Fryers

Job description

Zaxby's is Hiring a Talented Cook

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals in a fun and loving environment?

Zaxby's, an American chain of fast casual restaurants known for its chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads, is seeking highly skilled Cooks to join their dynamic team. As a Cook at Zaxby's, you will not only prepare and cook menu items to perfection but also maintain a clean and organized kitchen while upholding food safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of current promotions
• Enthusiastically represent the Zaxby's brand
• Assist with guest service and front of house operations
• Prepare menu items according to company standards and in a safe and sanitary manner
• Ensure food and beverages are handled according to safety regulations and guidelines
• Safely operate food preparation and cooking equipment
• Maintain product levels in assigned stations to be prepared for immediate needs
• Accurately assemble and package guest orders
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Duties:

• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needsAssist with inventory and storage management
• Receive and stock incoming inventory deliveries
• Hold and store food items following food safety guidelines
• Inform management when inventory is needed
• Clean and organize storage areas
• Complete all tasks with a sense of urgency, in a timely manner
• Work safely and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to work 32 to 40 hours per week

Capability Requirements:

• Sit, stand, and walk continuously
• Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead
• Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation
• Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
• Maintain effective audio-visual perception and judgment to observe and respond to the environment
• Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens
• Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment

Benefits:

• 50% meals when at work. 25% off duty for employee only
• Flexible hours
• Room for growth
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee of the month bonus available
• Fun workplace
• Opportunities to advance because we reward great work

Location: Pontotoc 187 MS-15, Pontotoc, MS 38863, USA

Zaxby's is an American chain of fast casual restaurants offering chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads. The chain operates primarily in the South, and has more than 900 locations.