Breakfast Cook/Short Order Cook - Forest Drive

Lizards Thicket; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Verizon discount

Referral bonus

Discounted meals

Daily pay

Annual reviews

Job summary

Lizard's Thicket in Columbia, SC is seeking a Breakfast Cook / Short-Order Cook for an AM shift. You will prepare traditional breakfast items using grill, oven, waffle iron, toaster and fryers, and work to maintain safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced setting.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, reliability, and the ability to work well under pressure while delivering timely meals to customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a cook or in a related role preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Good communication and ability to follow directions.
• Independent worker with sound judgment.
• Flexible, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, well-kept appearance.

Responsibilities

• Report for an 8–10 hour AM shift, typically starting at 5AM.
• Prepare traditional breakfast foods using grill, oven, waffle iron, toaster and fryers.
• Maintain safe, sanitary food-handling practices and proper storage.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and timely service.
• Work in a busy environment and meet customer expectations.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Good communication

Memorization

Direction-following

Independent worker

Flexibility

Dependability

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Forest Drive - Columbia, SC 29204
Salary Range: $12.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Job Shift: AM Shift

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time employees
• Free $15,000 life insurance policy after 60–90 days
• Paid vacation/PTO annually
• Supplemental insurance benefits and 8% discount on Verizon Wireless plans
• Employee referral bonus and discounted meals
• Annual performance reviews and daily pay option for full‑time and part‑time employees

About Lizard's Thicket

Lizard's Thicket started in 1977 on Broad River Road in Columbia, SC, and has grown to 15 locations with over 700 employees. We focus on hearty southern cooking and a family‑friendly environment.

A Day in the Life of a Breakfast Cook / Short‑Order Cook

Report for an 8–10 hour AM shift, typically starting at 5AM. Work fast and under pressure to prepare traditional breakfast foods using the grill, oven, waffle iron, toaster, and fryers. Maintain safe, sanitary food‑handling practices and proper storage. Ensure quality, consistency, and timely service. Work often in a busy environment and meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience as a cook or in a related role (preferred)
• Strong customer service skills
• Good communication, memorization, and direction‑following abilities
• Independent worker capable of sound judgment calls
• Flexibility, dependability, and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional, well‑kept appearance

Work Schedule

• Full or part‑time
• AM shifts available
• Holiday and weekend work required

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