Cook

Fulenwider Group; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC Dayton is seeking a team member to prepare world-famous chicken, cook to order or keep warm, and keep the kitchen clean in Dayton, Tennessee. You will operate fryers, grills, and ovens and assist with food prep according to orders.

We value good communication, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to food safety and personal cleanliness; early shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Understanding of food-handling techniques and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.
• Team player and able to work under pressure.
• Maintain personal cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chicken cooked to order or kept warm.
• Operate griddles, grills, or deep fryers.
• Prepare, wash, and cut food.
• Follow orders and verify the quality/quantity of items.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in prep areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Sanitation basics

Food handling

Team player

Works well under pressure

Personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Details

KFC, 3586 Rhea County Hwy, Dayton, TN 37321 (E320097)

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.