Cook

The Press Club Grill; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Guthrie’s Chicken is seeking team members for both full-time and part-time roles. You will deliver fast, friendly guest service and help prepare Guthrie’s menu items with care and safety in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, greeting guests professionally, and supporting colleagues across kitchen, service, and dining areas while following training guidelines.

Qualifications

• Completion of Guthrie’s in-store training program.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fast, friendly, and accurate guest service.
• Prepare and serve Guthrie’s menu items with care and safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Greet guests with energy and professionalism.
• Support fellow team members across kitchen, service, and dining areas as needed.
• Use kitchen and service equipment correctly and safely.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Follow instructions

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

GUTHRIE’S CHICKEN

Job Description – Team Member (Full-Time & Part-Time)

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Reports directly to Shift Managers and the General Manager.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver fast, friendly, and accurate guest service while upholding Guthrie’s standards of hospitality and food quality.
• Prepare and serve Guthrie’s menu items with care, consistency, and attention to safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment at all times.
• Greet guests with energy and professionalism to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
• Support fellow team members across kitchen, service, and dining areas as needed.
• Use kitchen and service equipment correctly and safely, following training guidelines.
• Exhibit a positive attitude, team-first mentality, and pride in representing Guthrie’s.
• Participate in ongoing training and development with an eagerness to learn.

Compensation Classification

Hourly, Non-Exempt

Non-Essential Job Functions

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to assigned duties, including:
  • Standing and walking for extended periods
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs overhead
• Use visual and auditory awareness for:
  • Monitoring surroundings and guest needs
  • Reading orders and communicating clearly with the team

Position Requirements

• Completion of Guthrie’s in-store training program
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to follow instructions, work well under pressure, and communicate respectfully
• Full-Time: Typically works 28–40 hours/week
• Part-Time: Typically works up to 28 hours/week, based on availability and restaurant needs

Working Conditions

• Restaurant environment:
  • Exposure to kitchen equipment (fryers, grills, refrigeration units), cleaning agents, and food prep materials
  • Fast-paced, high-energy atmosphere requiring constant mobility
• Guest service area:
  • Frequent interaction with guests
  • Use of point-of-sale (POS) systems and front-of-house tools
• Physical demands include:
  • Standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive tasks for long periods

These specifications are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned. Additional responsibilities may be required by management based on evolving business needs.