Cook

Zaxby's Inc.; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for enthusiastic cooks to join their team in Hendersonville. This role offers the chance to create memorable guest experiences by preparing high-quality food in a fun, family-oriented environment. With flexible hours and opportunities for growth, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that values hard work and dedication. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about food, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your culinary career while enjoying great employee benefits.

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

Fun workplace

Opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Cooking Skills

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Restaurant Equipment

Job description

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To our guests, Zaxby'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, Zaxby'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 Zaxby'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.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Food & Restaurant

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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