Cook

Fulenwider Group; Elkin, Roaring River (NC, NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulenwider Group is looking for dedicated food preparation staff in Elkin, NC. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

Candidates should have a high school background or vocational training in kitchen basics. Responsibilities include preparing food, operating cooking equipment, and ensuring sanitation.

Qualifications

• Must have verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn food-handling techniques and safety regulations.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food following established cooking procedures.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment like grills and fryers.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards in food preparation.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work efficiently and quickly

Teamwork

Ability to work well under pressure

Understanding of sanitation and safety regulations

Education

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KFC 1485 N. Bridge St, Elkin, NC 28621 | E320148 - Elkin, NC 28621

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.