Cook

Workstream; Ayden (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; 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

Job summary

Hardee's is hiring kitchen team members to join our fast-paced environment. You will receive, stock, and prepare orders, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and uphold food safety standards. This role supports customer satisfaction through timely, quality food preparation and team collaboration.

We offer flexible hours, growth opportunities, and a supportive, fun workplace. Must be 16+ and able to work 32–40 hours weekly with physical tasks involved.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to work 32 to 40 hours per week
• 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
• Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
• Work in an environment with temperature variations and allergens
• Operate restaurant equipment safely and effectively

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 inventory deliveries
• Hold and store food items following food safety guidelines
• Inform management when inventory is needed
• Clean and organize storage areas
• Complete tasks with urgency and safety guidelines

Job description

Hiring today!

Immediately hiring team members to meet demands of our growing business!

Join our team today!

Hungry For A Great Career?

To our guests, Hardee's is more than just a place to eat – it’s a place to have fun, spend some time with friends and experience great food.

To our team members, Hardee's is a family. So come on in! We're saving a seat for you.

Full-time and Part-time jobs available!

Position Overview

This position is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Assistant Manager and General Manager.

Cooks are directly responsible for creating a great guest experience by consistently serving quality food in a timely manner. You will receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook and assemble orders, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and maintain food safety and quality standards by following standard operating procedures.

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

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 judgement 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

Duties:

• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needs
• Assist 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
• Other responsibilities
• 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

Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of current promotions
• Enthusiastically represent the Hardee'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 in order to be prepared for immediate needs
• Prepare and cook food items according to company standards
• Accurately assemble and package guest orders
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Core Values:

Guest Focused Our success is linked to satisfied guests. We will keep the guest at the center of everything we do.

Develop Talent We recognize that people are our most important asset. We strive to attract, motivate, recognize, and develop the best, diverse talent possible.

Operational Excellence We execute our systems with excellence. We strive to achieve the highest quality possible in everything that we do.

Continuous Improvement We deliver what we promise but strive to deliver more than is expected. We will embrace change when it allows us to improve excellence.

For 60 years, Hardee's has brought communities together with quality, delicious food. With more than 1,800 restaurants across the U.S., and locations in 14 countries, we are committed to the best tasting food to better serve our guests–From Made From Scratch™ Biscuits and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders™.