Cook

Zankou Chicken; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Zankou Chicken as a Cook in Southern California! We are a family-owned Mediterranean restaurant chain seeking passionate individuals to provide exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy benefits like free meals, flexible schedules, and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free Shift Meal

Paid Vacation

Training and Development Opportunities

Flexible Schedule

Referral Bonus – $400 per referral

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401k Matching

Qualifications

• Passion for food and quality service.
• Commitment to cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items with care and enthusiasm.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in cooking areas.
• Follow food safety and temperature standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Guest Service

Job description

Description

Cook - BOH

Zankou Chicken is an award-winning, family-owned, fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain with 12 locations (and growing) across Southern California. We serve quality, natural, and uniquely delicious Mediterranean meals at an affordable price, providing a “WOW” level guest experience.

We are committed to helping our Team Members reach excellence and advance their careers through our Zankou Journey, a level-pay system based on mastering specific skills and stations, which enhances earning potential.

Our core values—Excellence, Teamwork, and Care—guide us in achieving our mission. If you are passionate about food, quality, guest service, and growth, we invite you to join our team!

Responsibilities:

• Provide a “WOW” experience to guests by preparing our menu items with care and enthusiasm.
• Prepare fresh, delicious, and healthful meals according to standard recipes and procedures.
• Operate cooking stations: falafel, kabob, rotisserie, and wrap/plate areas.
• Stock and restock items; rinse and cut raw food products.
• Receive and store food supplies and equipment properly.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the cook line and prep areas.
• Organize and keep walk-in refrigerators, coolers, and storage areas clean and orderly.
• Follow all food safety and temperature standards diligently.

Benefits & Perks:

• Free Shift Meal
• Paid Vacation
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Referral Bonus – $400 per referral (upon completion of 90 days)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (eligibility required)
• 401k Matching