Cook

Fulenwider Group; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC Arcadia is seeking a dedicated team member to assist in preparing and cooking chicken per order. You will operate large-volume equipment and ensure cleanliness and safety in the kitchen while maintaining high quality and portion control.

Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and be part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Ability to handle food preparation and cooking procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook orders to ticket specifications.
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment (griddles, grills, fryers).
• Maintain sanitation and safety in the kitchen.
• Prepare, wash, and cut food for cooking.
• Check quality and quantity of orders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Sanitation basics

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KFC 2333 SE Hwy 70, Arcadia, FL 34266

Requisition ID: E320134 - Arcadia, FL 34266

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepares world‑famous chicken that is cooked to order or kept warm until ordered and sold.
• Operates large‑volume cooking equipment such as griddles, grills, or deep fryers.
• Prepares, washes, and cuts food to be cooked.
• Prepares and cooks food according to instructions provided on food order slips or through verbal directions; verifies the quality and quantity of all orders.
• Maintains overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparation areas, cooking services, and dishes and utensils.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food‑handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Education and Experience

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.