Cook

Hwy 55; Ahoskie (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid comprehensive training

Free or discounted meals during shifts

Empowering work atmosphere

Clear pathway to leadership

Opportunities to build resume

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Ahoskie is seeking energetic Cooks to join its team. This role involves preparing high-quality food, embracing a fast-paced work environment, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Experience is not required, but enthusiasm and an ability to work as part of a team are essential. The position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth, including leadership roles and potential business ownership for employees.

Qualifications

• No previous kitchen or restaurant-specific experience necessary; must be coachable.
• Willingness to take initiative and learn.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and stay on feet for several hours.
• Starting pay is dependent on experience; all Cook Team Members begin as Trainees; guaranteed pay increases with training and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Implement proper quality assurance and food-safety procedures.
• Value the stories of all guests and brighten their days.
• Hustle with a smile and a great attitude.
• Value the stories of all guests and commit to brightening their day.

Skills

Enthusiasm and positive attitude

Ability to work in a team

Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

CookHwy 55 is looking for folks with sparkling personalities and great hustle to join our team. Front and Back of House positions are available. If you have awesome energy, a positive outlook, and a genuine love for people, you may be a good fit for us!

Flexible scheduling is available and we are happy to work around school activities and schedules. No previous kitchen or restaurant-specific experience necessary; all we ask is that you be coachable, excited to learn, and willing take initiative.

Join the Hwy55 Family and receive:

• Paid comprehensive training with opportunities to retrain in various roles.
• Free or discounted meals during your shift depending on length of shift.
• A positive and empowering atmosphere.
• A clear pathway to leadership positions.
• Opportunities to build your resume and gain valuable skills you can take with you into any career path.
• Flexible scheduling.

Your role at Hwy55:

• Value the stories of all guests who walk through our doors and commit to making their days brighter.
• Cook and prepare delicious, high-quality food, the way you would serve your family or your best friend.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy atmosphere.
• Implement proper quality assurance and food-safety procedures.
• Hustle with a smile and a great attitude.

Our Ideal Teammate:

• Excels in a fast-paced environment and handles stressful situations well.
• Loves helping others and being part of a team.
• Willing and able to work in a physically demanding role (able to lift up to 40 Ibs. and stay on feet for several hours Starting pay is dependent on experience. All Cook Team Members begin as Trainees. After training is complete, Team Members receive guaranteed pay increases as they advance in levels. Leadership roles begin at Level Il and are readily available and we choose and promote all of our leadership internally.

The career opportunities at Hwy 55 go beyond management. Unlike our competitors, we don't believe in searching for outside investors to own our franchises. Over 60 of our current franchisees began their careers at Hwy as cooks or servers. The opportunity to own your own business is available to ALL Hwy 55 employees.